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Under Pressure

The judges' comments have made Darren and Lana determined.

The judges' comments have made Darren and Lana determined.

Saturday's dance-off saw the judges comment that Darren and Lana were not always working well as a team, and that Darren's posture may be to blame. "Your back was as stiff as a concrete car park," said Arlene.

Back in the training room, the pair reflected that it's now definitely feeling like a competition and that the pressure was really on.

"Saturday was the most stressful show yet," said Lana, adding that it's really affected Darren. "Everyone has ups and downs, Darren has hit his low."

"I disagree with the judges, it does matter what they think, we've got to change their perception," said Lana.

They now realise that they must brush the comments aside and concentrate on the next routines. "If I don't relieve the pressure, it could be our downfall," pointed out Lana.

But is the pressure too great on Darren for Lana to suceed? "I know that she's a better dancer than me, I'm just trying to hang on, " he said. "I try to raise my game to be as good as her."

Will Darren and Lana manage to reverse their fortunes on Saturday? Tune in at 6pm to find out.

Send us your comment now. We'll publish the best on this page.

juicy jujus
Stay focused on your goal. Feel the rhythm, mind body and soul. Enjoy every beat,feel alive,stay loose. How awesome yet fleeting is the power of youth. You'll never have this moment in your life again, don't let others rob you of your dream. I'm willing you on guys!!!

Clare from Cornwall
Go Darren and Lana I think your both amazing!! x x x

Angie
You were both absolutely fantastic last week and have been all through the show. The whole of Chorley is rooting for you both. Don't let your guard down and get better than the rest. I'm really proud of my neice. Ang.xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

Dani (Holland)
Darren is doing great and he match so good with Lana. It means alot that darren has come so far. He is a good vriend and he has to know we are all with him in holland!!!

Lucy!!! :)
Heya guys! I think that you were fabuloud on saturday night, both of you, despite what the judges said about Darren. You are so not stiff!! lolz I love you guys and hope you win!! I keep voting for you!! mwah xxxxxx bye!

nature angel
Darren and Lana the nicest and most genuine couple in the show! Sensual and stunning! Don't put yourself down Darren your amazing!!! You can win!!

Emily & Jenny Williams
Darren and Lana are both fab.Be strong and im sure you will succeed. you have our vote everyweek.Chin up and KICK ASS!! xxx

Gerda (Holland)
You guys are great! Darren we miss you very much but we hope you will stay in the competition for a long time! Darren just remember to feel the music, have fun and most of all stay yourself then you will certainly reach the finals NO PROBLEM! Lot''s of love also from Barbara & Patricia

Bex
Darren and Lana, you look so good together and dance as one, you've soooo got to get together. That's if you're not already.

carol b
well done yet again, you were both fab, Lana you were so passionate and Darren you really looked like you controlled the dance. You both danced exactly as it should be danced.

Jean
Darren and Lana you are fantastic and look brilliant together. You should win! xx

Justin
I was a dancer myself for ten or so years.....and in that time i have never seen anyone as good as Lana....WOW....... she is truly truly amazing. and Darren you compliment Lana so well you have my vote.

Emily
I think Darran is gorgeous! You look a bit like my boyfriend! You're both fantastic dancers and I hope you win! Good luck!

Lucy-May
YOUR ARE ABSOLUTLY FANTASTIC - what more can i say!

sammie
you two were wonderful as ever, i think the judges must be blind for saying that darren let lana down, they dance perfectly together they compliment each other in style and they are so in tune they really do move as one xxx

ELLOUISE
I LOVE VOTING FOR YOU AND LOOKING IN THE PAPER FOR PICTURES AND INFOMATION YOU HAVE NOT JUST GOT THE MOVES YOU'VE ALSO GOT THE LOOKS LOVE FROM RUBYS GOD-DAUGHTER ELLOUISE

Lynne in Glasgow
Hey you guys - you are both amazing dancers; I was so pleased you got the chance to go to the Apollo - my Mum and I watch the show every week and hope you'll both go far! Keep up the good work! All the best, Lynne and Eleanor xox

Beth
you guys were really good again this saturday, and you will go far. Watch out for paul and pam though...from a lousy start they are suprisingly becoming good! Who would have thought?!

Hilda (Holland)
For me yesterday's dancing was again excellent and deserved a higher ranking. Can't wait to see you dancing again coming Saturday. XXX

Jessica and Bianki
Darren and Lana you're the best!!!!We can't wait the see you guys next week! Lots of love of your biggest fans of holland.. xxxjes Jessica and Bianki

Emma
Darren and Lana have pure chemistry and always make the dances interesting to watch, i will be following them till the final. My favourite so far has been the rock and roll dance

Lucy
u guys r the best!!! i think u r both brilliant dancers and deserve to go far, if not win this competition!!! Keep up the stunning work!!! xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

x-HaNz-x
Darren and Larna are the best couple i think they should win!!! they definately have a thing going on! so good luck 2 them :)

juicy jujus
Daren, your spikes a delight, your ripples sizzle, dragon roar and soar, you've set me alight!





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