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Charlotte Tutton

Strictly fans 'work out winner' during launch show - and it's 'not Helen Skelton'

Strictly Come Dancing fans have already guessed this year's winner, following the launch show on BBC One on Friday.

The stars of the 2022 series took to the ballroom for the first time, as they revealed who their professional dance partners were.

They gave a glimpse at their dancing skills too, amid comments regarding some stars' past dancing experience.

As the couples took to the dancefloor with their pro dancers, viewers were quick to guess who was going to do well, and who was not.

They all performed in a group number at the end of the episode, having given a slight move or two as they made their way down the stairs.

(BBC)

As the reactions came in, several viewers decided they already knew who this year's winners were.

According to bookmakers, Countryfile and former Blue Peter host Helen Skelton is the favourite to take home the Glitterball trophy this year.

But fans don't think this will be the case, and instead believed a singer and former I'm A Celebrity star was instead set to be crowned the winner in December.

Strictly Come Dancing fans have already guessed this year's winner (PA)
According to bookmakers, Countryfile and former Blue Peter host Helen Skelton is the favourite to take home the Glitterball trophy (BBC)

Taking to Twitter, fans suggested Fleur East was set for victory with her dance partner Vito Coppola.

One viewer tweeted: "Fleur is going to win," as another said: "I think Fleur will win."

A third tweeted: "Well based off that group dance. Fleur East wins #Strictly 2022. Kym Marsh in the semi-finals at least."

Another agreed: "Fleur East is going to win this DID YOU SEE THAT?"

Strictly Come Dancing viewers are convinced they already know who will win he 2022 series (BBC/Ray Burmiston)

A fifth fan commented: "I’m going to call it super early this year… Fleur and Vito for the win."

Speaking during the show, Fleur performed a rap for her pro dance partner and shared her excitement to be doing the show.

Meanwhile, Vito said: "Behind this smile I’m very tough but I’m sure that she’s going to be alright because she’s a hard worker too!"

Strictly Come Dancing returns live at 6:45pm on Saturday on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.

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