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Charlotte Tutton & Reem Ahmed

BBC Strictly fans complain moments into show as 'ridiculous' theme is series 'low point'

Strictly Come Dancing fans were left cringing just moments into the show on Saturday night as the opening performance failed to impress – with one calling the routine in question a "low point" for the show.

Viewers will be aware that routines are based not only around a certain type of dance or a chosen track but also, often, a theme too. Normally at the very start of the performance the couples act out something linked to their routine and on Saturday this was no different, reports the Mirror.

Former Paralympian swimmer Ellie Simmonds and professional dancer Nikita Kuzmin were first up on the show, performing a salsa to I Love Your Smile by Shanice. The pair revealed their 'story' was based on going to the dentist, with Ellie having a crush on her patient Nikita because of his smile.

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