Sarah Hadland Emerges as Strictly Frontrunner

As the competition for the 2024 Strictly Come Dancing crown heats up, Sarah Hadland has emerged as a significant contender, with her betting odds plunging from 11/2 to 5/2, making her a serious challenger to frontrunner Chris McCausland, who remains at 1/2. Hadland's strong performance during Icons Week, where she and partner Vito Coppola received a score of 37 for their Cha-Cha-Cha to Madonna's 'Like a Prayer', has contributed to her surge in popularity among bettors. Tasha Ghouri is also in the mix with odds at 8/1, placing her third in the betting ranks. UK director Sam Behar from BetMGM noted the substantial market shift favoring Hadland, suggesting she could potentially dethrone McCausland. Meanwhile, Ola Jordan, a former Strictly pro, expressed her belief that Hadland could win the Glitterball trophy. This season's dynamics reflect an increasingly competitive landscape as the show progresses towards its finale.