Strictly Come Dancing is set to deliver an unforgettable spectacle during its Week Three results show. The show will stage a special Ballroom versus Latin professional dance showdown on BBC One and BBC iPlayer. Airing on Sunday, October 11, 2026, the themed group routine will pit two rival teams of professional dancers against each other for glitterball glory.
Shirley Ballas and Anton Du Beke Lead Rival Teams
The battle lines are drawn for the Sunday night results broadcast. Head judge Shirley Ballas, celebrated as the Queen of Latin, will lead Team Latin in a high-energy cha-cha. On the opposing side, fellow judge Anton Du Beke will lead Team Ballroom, guiding his troupe with traditional elegance.
Overseeing the competition will be judge Craig Revel Horwood, who serves as the referee for the evening. Professional dancer Neil Jones will assist Craig during the performance.
What to Expect from the Week Three Results Show
The special group routine brings a fresh dynamic to the 2026 series. It offers fans a masterclass in contrasting styles as Ballroom and Latin go head-to-head. Viewers can also tune in to Strictly: It Takes Two on BBC iPlayer throughout the week to see how the professionals prepared for the showdown.
Before the Sunday night results take place, the remaining celebrity couples will return to the main ballroom floor on Saturday evening, October 10, 2026. Judges Shirley Ballas, Anton Du Beke, Motsi Mabuse, and Craig Revel Horwood will evaluate a fresh slate of routines, including:
- Bethany & Nancy: American Smooth to “Love Song” by Sara Bareilles
- Dani & Nikita: Tango to “Show Me Love” by Robin S
- Delta & Kai: Salsa to “Always There / Ain’t Nobody” by Jocelyn Brown / Chaka Khan
- Jaime & Carlos: Viennese Waltz to “Never Tear Us Apart” by INXS
- Lacey & Vito: Samba to “Bamboléo” by Gipsy Kings
- Melanie & Aljaž: Charleston to “Ooh Ahh… Just A Little Bit” by Gina G
- Dame Sarah & Julian: Paso Doble to “California Dreamin’” by Sia
- Tabby & Mark: Argentine Tango to “hate that I made you love me” by Ariana Grande
- Cach & Maddie: Couple’s Choice to “Beware.. The South London Lover Boy.” by RAYE
- Graeme & Lauren: Jive to “Reet Petite” by Jackie Wilson
- John & Katya: Cha Cha to “Rock Your Body” by Justin Timberlake
- Lawrence & Jowita: Rumba to “back to friends” by sombr
- Shaun & Alexis: Quickstep to “I’m a Believer” by The Monkees
- Will & Dianne: Waltz to “With You I’m Born Again” by Billy Preston & Syreeta
Catch All the Action on BBC One and iPlayer
Fans can watch the Saturday night live show starting at 6.15pm on BBC One and BBC iPlayer. The results show, featuring the Ballroom versus Latin professional showdown, airs on Sunday, October 11, from 7.10pm. All episodes and companion shows remain available to stream on demand via BBC iPlayer.
