Great British Bake Off Eliminates Eighth Contestant Iain Ross in Quarter-Final Dessert Week

Iain Ross, a 29-year-old software engineer from Coleraine, Northern Ireland, was eliminated as the eighth baker from The Great British Bake Off during the quarter-final Dessert Week. The week challenged bakers with creating a Basque-style cheesecake, a gluten-free sponge, and a free-standing trifle, but Iain struggled to impress the judges, leading to his departure. Despite his exit, Iain expressed gratitude for the experience, highlighting the friendships formed and a renewed passion for baking, which had been stagnant before the show. He fondly recalled his tribute to the infamous 'Bingate' incident as a highlight, while also acknowledging tougher moments like Bread Week. Medical student Jasmine Mitchell was named Star Baker of the week, and Iain is set to appear on the show's companion program, The Great British Bake Off: An Extra Slice. Overall, Iain's journey showcased both the pressures of the competition and the camaraderie among contestants.