George Shines in Week 10 with a Classic Quickstep & Mixed Judges’ Feedback
George and his partner, Alexis, delivered a spirited quickstep to Frank SinatraS “I Get a Kick Out Of You” during week 10 of the competition. The performance brought a welcome dose of old-school glamour to the ballroom, perfectly matching George’s energy and style. It felt like a truly fitting dance for him, and the duo looked incredibly dapper taking to the floor.
However, despite the overall positive impression, George himself acknowledged a couple of minor stumbles during the routine. Let’s break down what the judges had to say about this performance.
Judges’ Critiques: A Mixed Bag of Praise and Constructive Feedback
The judges offered a range of perspectives, highlighting both the strengths and areas for improvement in George’s quickstep. Here’s a detailed look at their comments:
* Anton: He absolutely loved the outfit and praised the blend of classic and contemporary styles. He playfully suggested George shouldn’t admit to any mistakes,even claiming he didn’t see them,ultimately calling it a ”terrific dance.”
* Craig: While acknowledging the style, class, and musicality, Craig pointed out a slight loss of drive and movement around the floor, alongside a small misstep. He still emphasized how joyous George is to watch.
* Motsi: she viewed any minor errors as valuable learning opportunities, especially at this stage of the competition. Motsi was particularly impressed with George’s growing confidence and control, noting that he’s now leading the dance rather than being led by it.
* Shirley: She spotted a tiny hiccup but commended George for quickly recovering and maintaining his composure.Shirley also highlighted his exceptional footwork and natural spin turn, urging him not to dwell on minor imperfections.
Scoring & overall Impression
Despite acknowledging a small mistake, the judges clearly appreciated George and Alexis’ performance.George received scores of 8, 8, 9, and another 9, totaling an impressive 34!
This score demonstrates a strong performance and positions George well as the competition progresses. You can see the judges recognize his potential and are encouraging him to continue pushing his boundaries. It’s clear that George is embracing the challenge and growing with each dance, and that’s what the audience - and the judges – want to see.
