Hamaza Yassin was crowned the winner of Strictly Come Dancing in Saturday’s grand finals.
And finalist Helen Skelton said it was clear from the faces of her and partner Gorka Marquez “how disappointed” they were at not winning the Glitterball trophy.
Speaking after viewers saw Gorka “angry” in the final, she said “every professional on the show” was desperate for him to win – having previously unsuccessfully reached the final twice.
Gutted: Helen Skelton has said that it was clear from the faces of her and partner Gorka Marquez how “disappointed” they were not to win the Glitterball trophy in Saturday’s Strictly finals
Joining the dancer on her Radio 5 show on Monday, she told listeners: “Every professional on the show really wanted him to win and that says everything about him.
Adding: “He’s my hero of the week”.
Discussing Hamza’s win, she continued, “Obviously we’re happy for Hamza because he has shown some amazing dances throughout the season.
Winner: Speaking after viewers saw Gorka “angry” in the final, she said “every pro on the show” was dying for him to win – having previously unsuccessfully reached the final twice (winner Hamza Yassin with his pro -Partner Jowita Przystal)
“But Gorka and I, our reaction, you could see how disappointed we were.”
Speaking about the fans noticing his unhappy expression when the results were announced, Gorka said: “I wasn’t angry but I wanted Helen to end the season with the cherry.
“I was happy for Hamza and Jowita, they were amazing.”
Hamza and Jowita were crowned the winners of the hit show, although they ended up at the bottom of the rankings thanks to their show dancing, which was previously branded as “not overwhelming”.
sooo close! Gorka had previously reached the finals alongside Maisie Smith (left) in 2020 and Alexandra Burke in 2017 (right).
“Gorka is angry and rightly so! Helen won in so many ways. Good on her and she’s my winner,” one fan tweeted.
“Gorka is absolutely furious and rightly so,” added another fan.
“What do you look like when you get mugged?” said another fan.
What a degree! Helen and Gorka received a top score of 40 for choosing their cabaret-inspired couple (pictured)
Gorka had previously reached the final in 2020 alongside Maisie Smith and in 2017 with Alexandra Burke.
Despite an angry Gorka jump message, he thanked fans and partner Helen Skelton for the 2022 series on Sunday.
The professional dancer showed no ill feelings as he also congratulated Hamza Yassin and Jowita Przystal on their victory.
Happy: Despite the angry Gorka jump message, Gorka thanks the fans and partner Helen Skelton for the 2022 series on Sunday
Gorka took to Instagram to share a slew of playful behind-the-scenes snaps with Helen.
Captioning her, he wrote, “STRICTLY 22. Oh… Where do I start, it’s been an amazing journey. I am so grateful that I not only got to dance with you @helenskelton, but also be by your side on your very personal journey and witness your transformation from day one.
“Thanks for all the memories, laughs, coffee, toast, parent talks, car rides.
Joking around: Gorka took to Instagram to share a slew of playful behind-the-scenes snaps with Helen
Friendship: Captioning it, he wrote: ‘STRICTLY 22. Oh… Where do I start, it’s been an amazing journey. I am so thankful that I not only got to dance with you @helenskelton but also be by your side on your own personal journey and see your transformation from day one.
“Like I said yesterday you are a special person on the show who lights up a room as they walk in and I am so proud that you can smile and shine again.
“I danced with you every single moment and I’m so proud of us to the last dance! You are a star.’
He added: “Congratulations!! To the @bbcstrictly champions @jowitaprzystal @hamzayassin90 you have been amazing throughout the series and you deserve it.
“Congratulations to the other couples in the finals @vitocoppola @fleureeast @gkx_carlos @mollyrainford it was a pleasure to share the word with you guys.
Bond: He added, “Thanks for all the memories, laughs, coffee, toast, parent talks, car rides.”
“Thank you to everyone who works on the show. From the production, dance crew, cameras, wardrobe, hair & make-up, you are legends and I am so thankful to be a part of the Best Show in Tele. @sarahjamesface @jack.will.g Thanks for believing in me.
“And to all of you! The biggest THANK YOU because without you we wouldn’t be here and your lovely messages of support mean the world.
‘Strictly speaking 23 lets go!!! In the meantime… keep dancing!’
STRICTLY COM DANCE 2022 FINAL LEADERBOARD
FLEUR EAST AND VITO COPPOLA
First Dance (Samba): 10, 10, 10, 10 – 40
Second dance (show dance): 9, 10, 10, 10 – 39
Third dance (couple’s choice): 10, 10, 10, 10 – 40
Total: 119
HELEN SKELTON AND GORKA MARQUEZ
First Dance (Jive): 9, 10, 10, 10 – 39
Second dance (show dance): 8, 10, 9, 10 – 37
Third dance (couple’s choice): 10, 10, 10, 10 – 40
Total: 116
MOLLY RAAFORD AND CARLOS GU
First Dance (Quickstep): 9, 10, 10, 10 – 39
Second dance (show dance): 8, 10, 9, 10 – 37
Third Dance (Rumba): 9, 10, 10, 10 – 39
Total: 115
HAMZA YASSIN AND JOWITA PRZYSTAL
First Dance (Salsa): 9, 10, 10, 10 – 39
Second dance (show dance): 8, 9, 8, 9 – 34
Third dance (couple’s choice): 10, 10, 10, 10 – 40
Total: 113