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Paso Doble Fails: Tatyana & Jan's Score Shock
29 Oct
Summary
- Tatyana and Jan's paso doble lacked recognizable elements and proper flamenco shaping.
- A pro dancer explained their "paso walks" were incorrect, with bent knees.
- Guest judge Shirley Ballas awarded a score of 4, while another expert suggested a 6.
Tatyana Ali and Jan Ravnik's recent paso doble performance on Dancing With the Stars faced significant criticism, particularly from guest judge Shirley Ballas. Ballas awarded the couple a low score of 4, citing a lack of recognizable paso doble elements, incorrect shaping, and direction. She highlighted issues with their "paso walks," noting that they were performed with bent knees instead of the required straight legs.
Ballroom expert Kaila Podzikowski echoed these concerns on TikTok, explaining that the "shaping" was improper, with elbows falling instead of creating the matador posture. Podzikowski suggested she would have scored the routine a 6, calling it stern but fair.
Despite the critique, Jan Ravnik expressed deep respect for Shirley Ballas, acknowledging her status as a legend in Latin dance. He viewed her feedback as a choreographer and professional, not a personal attack on Tatyana. The duo successfully advanced to Disney Night, ensuring their journey on the show continues.
