Strictly Come Dancing returned to our screens tonight with eight of the sixteen celebrities waltzed and tangoed their way round the ballroom. But how did the first show shape up?Well firstly after watching the full 90 minute programme I am still not sure which celebrity looked more awkward, nervous and out-of-place; World Champion boxer Joe Calzaghe or new judge Alesha Dixon?
Whilst Joe Calzaghe sat at the foot of the leader board after a terrible tango with partner Kristina Rihanoff, Alesha also put in a disappointing first showing as Strictly's new judge. Her comments were vague and lacked any technical expertise and whilst she seems a nice girl, with an endearing personality surely Arlene Phillips or ex-pro dancer on the show Karen Hardy would have made a more suitable inclusion?
Just like the nervous celebrities, I am prepared to give Alesha time to settle into her new role but she will need to improve if she is to win over myself and the hoards of fans who were left angered by Strictly's decision to install her over tough-talking Arlene on the judging panel.
Anyway back to the dancing and Strictly didn't disappoint with an opening night mix of the good, the surprising and the awkward. Ali Bastian and Brain Fortuna were clearly the best on the night with a beautiful waltz, whilst Chris Hollins and Ola Jordan passed my early expectations with an enjoyable routine.
Whilst Hollins was surprising in a good way, boxer Joe Calzaghe surprised me with a boring Tango. He seemed awkward and struggling with the basic moves throughout but with Rihanoff at his side and the potential I hope that he can find his feet quickly for the Latin round tomorrow. The rest including presenter Rav Wilding and tennis star Martina Hingis were unremarkable, each putting in a good effort but at the same time all needing to show more.
Whilst Hollins was surprising in a good way, boxer Joe Calzaghe surprised me with a boring Tango. He seemed awkward and struggling with the basic moves throughout but with Rihanoff at his side and the potential I hope that he can find his feet quickly for the Latin round tomorrow. The rest including presenter Rav Wilding and tennis star Martina Hingis were unremarkable, each putting in a good effort but at the same time all needing to show more.
I have been eagerly waiting for Strictly's return and tonight's showing didn't disappoint. Some celebrities made a good start but others, including the one occupying a seat on the judging panel will need to improve to impress me tomorrow night in the always-more-exciting-than-the-ballroom Latin round.
Pictures from Mirror
Pictures from Mirror
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