Pete Wicks Claims He Deserved to Be Eliminated from Strictly

During an appearance on BBC's It Takes Two, Pete Wicks discussed his performance on Strictly Come Dancing after facing criticism for his routine. The reality star expressed his concerns about making mistakes during the first-ever Icons Week, citing his nervousness about opening the show. Despite feeling like he let people down, Wicks revealed he was grateful to have the continued support from viewers that helped him remain in the competition. He expressed a desire to improve his dancing skills and perform better going forward. Jowita Przystal, Wicks' dance partner, praised his ability to recover from mistakes during their performance, noting his previously common tendency to freeze when he falters. This time, however, he managed to maintain his composure and even smiled while dancing. The couple has announced their next performance of a routine set to the song 'Simply The Best', which holds emotional significance for Wicks as it was played at his grandmother's funeral. While they ranked low on the leaderboard last week, Wicks' commitment and enthusiasm for learning have kept him motivated to stay in the competition. He expressed deep feelings for the supporters at home, emphasizing that without their votes, he wouldn't have the chance to continue. As a result of this combination of support from fans and personal determination, Wicks remains focused on bettering his performances during the series.