The 2024 series of Strictly Come Dancing has officially announced its final trio of contestants: DIY SOS presenter Nick Knowles, Olympic hockey champion Sam Quek, and footballer Paul Merson. The announcement was made on The One Show, where each contestant expressed excitement and a willingness to tackle the challenges of dancing. Knowles humorously described himself as the 'least talented' in his family and aims to give his all in the competition, while Merson acknowledged his limited dancing experience but pledges to try his best. Quek, a former captain on Question of Sport, is eager to transition from sports to the dance floor, despite the daunting prospect of performing live. The show, which is set to return this autumn, promises to celebrate its 20th anniversary with added glitz and glamour, featuring a lineup of professional dancers and the familiar hosting duo of Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman.