Why is Dame Sarah Storey trending on Strictly Come Dancing?
Dame Sarah Storey is trending after her Tango performance during Icons Week on Strictly Come Dancing. The routine, set to a Shania Twain song, concluded with a surprise video message from the singer herself wishing the couple luck.
What happened
- Earlier
Sarah Storey shared on Instagram that she faced 'big fat tango tears' during difficult rehearsals [2], [3].
- 17 Oct
Storey and partner Julian Caillon performed a Tango to Shania Twain's 'That Don't Impress Me Much' and received a video message from the artist [1].
What you need to know
Sarah Storey is a Paralympian with 30 medals across eight games [3].
She is partnered with professional dancer Julian Caillon [1], [2].
Storey described the experience of being a student in dance as 'humbling' compared to her athletic career [3].
The couple previously scored 20 for a Paso Doble performance on October 10 [2].
It is not mentioned what the judges' specific scores were for the Tango performance.
Background
Dame Sarah Storey is a highly decorated athlete, known as the 'GOAT' by her dance partner for her work ethic and success in Paralympic sports [3].
On Strictly Come Dancing, she has faced psychological and physical challenges, noting that dancing requires different mobility and rotation than her experience in cycling [3].
Questions people ask
Who did Sarah Storey pay tribute to?
She performed a Tango inspired by singer Shania Twain [1].
How did Shania Twain react to the performance?
The singer sent a video message praising the couple and inviting them to a UK show [1].
Where this came from
[1] walesonline.co.uk
Strictly viewers say 'no way' as superstar makes surprise guest appearance
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[2] walesonline.co.uk
Strictly's Sarah Storey says 'tears taking me down' days before live show
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[3] mirror.co.uk
Dame Sarah Storey admits facing Strictly Come Dancing 'challenges' amid 'humbling' experience
Preview image from mirror.co.uk
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