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- Lewis Cope’s odds slashed to 2/1 with bet365
- George Clarke remains favourite at 5/4
- Balvinder Sopal now Evens to be eliminated next
Lewis Cope's Perfect Score Shakes Up Strictly Odds
UK betting sites have reacted quickly after Lewis Cope became the first contestant this series to receive a perfect 40 from the judges on Strictly Come Dancing.
The sensational performance on Saturday night has triggered a notable shift in the betting markets, with bet365 cutting his odds from 9/2 into just 2/1 to win the Glitterball Trophy.
That puts Cope right behind long-time frontrunner George Clarke, who remains favourite at 5/4, but only just.
The momentum could now be firmly in Cope's favour as the competition heads into its crucial final weeks.
Bet365's latest odds now give an implied probability of 33.3% that Cope will be crowned Strictly champion this year.
Here's how the current Strictly Come Dancing Winner Odds look according to bet365:
| Strictly Come Dancing Winner | Odds | Implied Probability |
|---|---|---|
| George Clarke | 5/4 | 44.4% |
| Lewis Cope | 2/1 | 33.3% |
| Alex Kingston | 5/1 | 16.7% |
| Vicky Pattison | 10/1 | 9.1% |
| Karen Carney | 14/1 | 6.7% |
Could Lewis Cope Be This Year’s Surprise Winner?
While George Clarke has led the betting for most of the series, the gap is closing fast.
Lewis Cope’s rise shows how a single standout performance can dramatically shift public perception and odds.
Cope has been the best dancer technically and his 40 on Saturday has pulled public support in his favour.
With judges praising his technical improvement and charisma and social media buzzing with praise, it wouldn’t be surprising to see him overtake Clarke in the coming weeks.
And at 2/1, there could still be value in backing him now.
Balvinder Sopal Odds-On for Next Elimination
It wasn’t just the winner market that shifted this weekend.
The next elimination odds also took a turn after Balvinder Sopal landed in the dance-off for a third time.
Despite surviving yet again, this time at the expense of Ellie Goldstein, bookmakers have made her Even money (1/1) favourite to go next.
A lack of public support is making her position increasingly fragile.
| Strictly Come Dancing Next Elimination | Odds | Implied Probability |
|---|---|---|
| Balvinder Sopal | 1/1 | 50% |
| Harry Aikines-Aryeetey | 5/1 | 16.7% |
| La Voix | 5/1 | 16.7% |
| Amber Davies | 7/1 | 12.5% |
| Karen Carney | 12/1 | 7.7% |
Where To Bet on Strictly Come Dancing
Those looking to bet on Strictly Come Dancing can find a range of markets on leading UK betting sites, from outright winner to next elimination.
One of the standout platforms is bet365, currently offering a Bet ÂŁ10 & Get ÂŁ30 in Free Bets deal for new customers.
