Poor old Tony Adams has been struck by a footballer’s curse, with injury forcing him to bow out early from Strictly Come Dancing.
The Arsenal legend’s energetic performances, which have been a highlight of the show to many (and a source of indignation to others), have sadly come to an end after he exited the competition on Sunday.
Tess Daly, a BBC host, announced the premature end of his dancing career to viewers. “Due to an injury sustained on Saturday night, Tony is unable to take part in the dance-off and has decided to withdraw from the competition.”
The ex-captain of England posted an emotional message. TweetAfter his departure, we salute his eight weeks of service to the programme. “unbelievable joyful, tough and exhilirating“. But, he said: There comes a point when you can no longer ignore medical advice, and very sadly my point came tonight.”
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He then gave a heart-warming shout out to Katya Jones, his dance partner, and added: “I have no words […] She is my absolute rock, queen, nemesis, HERO. I love her to bits. Keep dancing.”
He said, “You can take the man out.” Strength But you can’t take it with you Strength Out the man, writing: “Tomorrow I’ll be getting the leaf blower out and back to normality. With sequins.”
Adams, 56 years old, received a flood of messages of support, admiration, and love on the news. Here’s a look at some of the top tributes he received, starting with a moving thread from Jones and a look at some of the pair’s highlights:
Adams is well-known for his football achievements, but also for his battle with alcohol and drug addiction. He also founded Sporting Chance, which assists athletes suffering from mental illness and addiction.
Be the first to experience the new Strength The 56-year old recalled that he was close to death and decided to change to studded boots to dance shoes when the series launched in September.
He stated: “I’ve been asked a few times. I had a mental breakdown when I was 49 and working too hard in China and I’ve just got time now.
“I’m not working too much, my calendar’s pretty empty for the next three months so I just thought yeah, go for it.
“After my heart procedure – I nearly died when I was 49 – my main artery was 99 per cent closed and the stress of life.
“I’m a bit of a born worrier, my mum was a worrier so I just decided to take things a bit easier and get myself on a silly show.”
All we can do is say that “silly show”Skipper, we will be missing you.
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