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Strictly: Craig Revel Norwood gives his hundredth 10 score

Srtictly Come Dancing's Craig Revel Horwood has finally awarded his 100th perfect score of 10.

Claudia Winkleman, who was presenting tonight's Strictly final alongside Tess Daly, witnessed as JB Gill and Lauren Oakley performed their Viennese Waltz, previously scoring 39 points, to rapturous applause from both judges and audience.

Craig, unable to fault the performance this time, declared it perfect and handed out a 10, resulting in a flawless 40 for the duo's Mary Poppins inspired dance. The moment prompted Claudia to halt proceedings and invite Craig to the 'Claudiatorium'.

She exclaimed, "Hold on! So it has taken 20 years, it has taken 22 series and guess what's just happened? You have just given your 100th 10," amidst cheers from the professionals.

Claudia jested, "Thank you everyone, it was so nice to see you Craig. It took Anton about six weeks to do that and it took Donny Osmond one episode. If you want JB and Lauren to win Strictly, then you need to vote to them."

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Strictly's Craig Revel Horwood marked a huge milestone live on air (Image: BBC)

Ahead of the final, Craig lavished praise on all the contestants.

He remarked: "Firstly, I think all four finalists are worthy winners. I am so pleased Chris McCausland got through to the final, I think he has fantastic rhythm and is a joy to watch. He has every chance of winning the entire show, I think he's absolutely brilliant. I can't wait to see Chris and Dianne's show dance, it's going to be spectacular.

"I think Tasha is a worthy winner also, she is an exceptional dancer, she has all the technique to get through the final and I think we'll see really a truly spectacular show dance from her.", reports the Mirror.

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"JB has come a long way, he's really come out of his shell, he's gained in confidence and he is thrilling and delighting absolutely everyone – audiences and judges alike. He got his first 40, which I was really pleased about, which was amazing."

He continued: "We haven't had a Salsa get a 40 for six years so that's pretty good going! Sarah is our showbizzy gal, who I think is amazing. She's done some really great routines throughout, I particularly loved her Fosse number, she's really great at doing all the theatrical stuff where there's lots of acting and technique as well.

"The final this year is going to be so rewarding dance wise, as they are all great, so it's all very exciting and may the best person win! ".