Nick Knowles is still unsure whether he can perform on 'Strictly Come Dancing' this Saturday (28.09.24) after injuring his shoulder and arm - but he will find out on Thursday afternoon.
Nick Knowles reveals when Strictly bosses will decide if he can perform on Saturday
The 'DIY SOS' presenter was changing a tyre when he hurt his shoulder and arm, but he has been rehearsing with his professional partner Luba Mushtuk this week, to show producers he is still able to dance the American Smooth on Saturday night.
The 62-year-old star admitted his shoulder is "repairing very well", and following a successful training session on Wednesday, he revealed a decision will be made on Thursday afternoon (26.09.24) about his potential weekend performance.
Speaking in a video posted to his X account on Wednesday night (25.09.24), he said: "So a bit of an update for you. I've just got out of soaking in the bath after a day's training, which went very, very well.
"The shoulder is repairing very well. I saw a great physio today as well that's helped enormously.
"So, I get another day's training tomorrow.
"The decision will be made tomorrow afternoon, whether I can actually compete on Saturday. I'm doing my level best to get there - keeping my fingers crossed. So, hopefully see you Saturday."
Nick is said to have been "pleading" with show bosses to let him perform on the programme this weekend.
A source told The Sun newspaper: "Nick is desperate to carry on and is insisting he is fine to perform but the BBC are naturally wary.
"If Nick continues and does more damage to himself in the long run it puts them in a tricky position.
"His health comes first but Nick is pleading with them to continue."
However, the pair won't have much time to perfect their routine if they are cleared to perform.
A source said: "Nick needs to learn a whole routine, he has barely any time at all.
"If he is cleared he will need to learn quickly. Luba is an amazing teacher and she is confident they can do it. But, ultimately, it might get to a point that the BBC just put their foot down."
Following his injury, Nick has been spotted with his arm in a sling.
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