Robbie Savage: I will not quit Strictly


The ex-Wales footballer also rubbished reports he threatened to quit the show after the Aussie judge gave his Michael Jackson routine a score of just four points.

He denied the rumours on Twitter, posting this morning: "In fact @CraigRevHorwood marks inspire me 2,4,5,7 I'm going to prove him wrong !!"

The 37-year-old also told a newspaper: "All this nonsense is laughable. As if I'm going to walk off the show - I'm having the time of my life.

"I want to stay in and, if I can, I want to win. Quitting never entered my head.

Inspiration ... Robbie rubbished rumours saying it would make him work harder

Inspiration ... Robbie rubbished rumours saying it would make him work harder

"I spoke to Craig afterwards and he said he'd loved my routine and that it was great entertainment. The public seemed to love it too and that's what counts."

Viewers of the hit show were left shocked after Robbie grabbed his crotch during his Paso Doble to the King of Pop's Bad on Saturday - branding it "foul".

Tackle ... Robbie's routine was branded 'foul'

Tackle ... Robbie's routine was branded 'foul'

One fan on a web forum called the routine, which included him thrusting his hips at stunned judge Craig, "revolting" and added: "I like Robbie, but tonight was foul."

Robbie and his partner, dancing pro Ola Jordan, will be dancing a waltz to a Take That track next.

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The Bachelor: Gavin Henson's girlfriend Carianne Barrow strips off for underwear photos

She snapped up rugby player Gavin Henson in a tense The Bachelor finale which saw her in close competition with her rival Layla Manoochehri.

And now it's becoming clear exactly what Gavin saw in Carianne Barrow.

The 24-year-old Middlesex model struck some very provocative poses in her underwear in a steamy new photoshoot.

Obvious charms: Gavin Henson's new girlfriend Carianne Barlow has stripped off for a steamy photo shoot after winning her man on The Bachelor

Obvious charms: Gavin Henson's new girlfriend Carianne Barlow has stripped off for a steamy photo shoot after winning her man on The Bachelor

Appearing perfectly comfortable in a bra and suspenders, the blonde stuck various sexy poses in the somewhat dingy-looking corridor.

At one stage in the raunchy shoot she even removed her bra, covering her modesty with only one arm, grinning confidently at the camera.

Another photo shows her leaning seductively against a wall, one finger in her mouth.

And she made sure she covered all angles, turning around so that the photographer could catch her pert behind.

In an interview after the show, Carriane mused about the personal qualities which saw her snare her man.

Personality won the day? Despite her obvious assets, the blonde believes it was her sense of humour and confidence which won Gavin over

Personality won the day? Despite her obvious assets, the blonde believes it was her sense of humour and confidence which won Gavin over

Personality won the day? Despite her obvious assets, the blonde believes it was her sense of humour and confidence which won Gavin over

'I would have never have guessed that Gavin had liked me that much There were 24 other girls. Everyone was beautiful, with their own personality. I'm really surprised,' she insisted.

Stripping down: Carianne bared (almost) all when she removed her bra, covering her modesty with her arm

Stripping down: Carianne bared (almost) all when she removed her bra, covering her modesty with her arm

'I think my sense of humour and the fact that I've got a lot more confidence that put me ahead. Plus I'm more outgoing and a bit louder. It worked in my favour. I've been a strong character throughout. From day one I've stood out a lot and everyone knows who I am.'

She also emphasised that nothing more than kissing occurred on the show, adding: 'I don't think it's the sort of atmosphere were you can have sex. The cameras were there. It's not the right setting.'

The rugby player, 29, left singer-songwriter Layla Manoochehri, 25, heartbroken after opting for the Middlesex model, 24.

After turning down Layla, who famously used to date Blue singer Simon Webbe, Henson declared his love for bubbly blonde Carianne.

He told her: 'I've been looking for a long-term relationship. Someone I can give 100 per cent to and will get that back...

'Carianne, you're The One. I feel so lucky. I feel so lucky to have found you. you're so unique.

'Please give me the opportunity to make you feel special, Let me be your best friend and give me the opportunity to make you happy for the rest of you life.'

As she beamed with happiness, he then uttered those three little words - despite his sexy hot tub kissing session with Layla the night before.

He declared: 'I love you Carianne. Will you please accept this rose and make me the happiest man alive by being my girlfriend.'

As the new couple embraced, an emotional Carianne replied that she loved him too: 'I want to be with you forever.'

Over the past two months, the Welsh athlete has whittled down 25 women to just two for the grand final in St Lucia.

At the beginning of the show, he admitted he'd had some tricky moments with both finalists.

He said: 'They've stood out from the beginning. There has been a few hiccups with Carieanne and a bit of blip with Layla.'

You're The One! Gavin Henson presents Carianne Barrow with the final red rose after choosing her to be his girlfriend on The Bachelor

You're The One! Gavin Henson presents Carianne Barrow with the final red rose after choosing her to be his girlfriend on The Bachelor

I love you: The rugby player and model both declared their love for each other

I love you: The rugby player and model both declared their love for each other

I love you: The rugby player and model both declared their love for each other

A rose for my rose: The couple embrace after deciding to be official

A rose for my rose: The couple embrace after deciding to be official

He was helped on his way to his decision by his parents Alan and Audrey and younger sister Sarah, who had private conversations with each girl without Gavin present.

However, Carianne admitted she didn't have much experience with children so would have to learn how to look after Gavin's son and daughter.

She said: 'I'm rubbish with kids... Once I get used to the idea, I should be alright.'

Reporting back to Gavin, his mother Audrey said: 'Carianne seems more naive than Layla. Layla is more like you, she's seen the world a little bit.'

After Gavin informed his family that Carianne had a degree so wasn't as dizzy as she came across, his mum replied: 'So she wouldn't be hanging on your coat-tails, then?'

Getting on side: Carianne told Gavin's family they were a 'good-looking bunch'

Getting on side: Carianne told Gavin's family they were a 'good-looking bunch' before he made his decision

Before making his decision, he took each contestant on one last date to help him make their decision.

After a stroll in the Botanical Gardens and dinner, Gavin and Carianne took turns in massaging each other.

Following their pamper session, Carianne admitted she was struggling to control her lust: 'I did enjoy massaging him, I like touching his body but I don't think I got him lovestruck from my massage.

Romantic: The couple enjoyed a dip in the sea for their last date

Romantic: The couple enjoyed a dip in the sea for their last date

Pampering: Gavin and Carianne ended their date by giving each other massages

Pampering: Gavin and Carianne ended their date by giving each other massages

'When Gavin was massaging me I felt a bit frisky. I feel like what's going on between me and Gavin is the beginning of something great.'

On his day with Layla, the pair enjoyed dinner in his private suite, before moving on to the hot tub.

Layla decided to make her move and the pair enjoyed a passionate kissing session in their swimwear.

Later, Layla hinted there had been more than kissing: 'What happened under the bubbles I couldn't possibly tell you.'

Passionate: After a romantic dinner for their last date, Layla and Gavin headed into the hot tub

Passionate: After a romantic dinner for their last date, Layla and Gavin headed into the hot tub

But before asking Carianne to be his girlfriend, Gavin told Layla he simply had stronger feelings for Carianne.

He said: 'From the first moment I saw you I was attracted to you. I felt the connection straight away.I can be myself around you. I feel so comfortable around you. I'm always so excited to see you. You have the qualities that I value and are so important to me.

'You're such a beautiful person. But I'm so sorry I have stronger feelings for someone else. I have stronger feelings for someone else. It does hurt.'

Making her move: Despite his 'love' for Carianne, Gavin was quite willing for a kissing session in the jacuzzi with Layla

Making her move: Despite his 'love' for Carianne, Gavin was quite willing for a kissing session in the jacuzzi with Layla


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