Sam picked up a gold at the 2016 Rio Olympics as part of Team GB's women's hockey team after they dispatched of the Netherlands in the final. [11] She won her first Great Britain international cap, aged 19 and whilst still at university, featuring in a goalless draw against Argentina 2007. Maisie Smith, Max George and Rhys Stephenson are all set to get their dancing shoes back on for Strictly Presents: Keep Dancing. "The business world has taught me that tenacity, drive and determination deliver results, I hope that I can bring that to the dancefloor. She was confused as she watched a video teasing the new contestant, and when Dan appeared on screen she shrieked: "I don't believe it - Mr Walker! We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. Want more from MyLondon? [23], Quek was signed to Tranmere Rovers F.C. 34-year-old Ola and 28-year-old Sam have already set pulses racing following their jungle showers in barely there bikinis. Taking to Twitter, several viewers were quick to comment on Sams mortifying moment. [10] She was also part of the team that were runners-up to Germany at the 2006 Women's EuroHockey Junior Championship. Sam Quek was forced to make an 'emergency' outfit change while hosting BBC Olympics Breakfast due to a green screen mishap with Dan Walker. Sam revealed last month she worried her 'baby brain' was hindering her performance on Question Of Sport. Her appointment was part of a change to the programme's line-up that saw Paddy McGuinness take over as host and Quek become the show's first permanent female captain alongside former rugby union player Ugo Monye. [14], In the absence of Kate Richardson-Walsh, Quek captained the England team during the 2014 Champions Trophy in Mendoza, Argentina. See today's front and back pages, download the newspaper, order back issues and use the historic Daily Express newspaper archive. But could he add the glitterball trophy to his achievements this year? And it seems Olas husband James Jordan , 38, is only too happy for his wife to engage in some girl-on-girl action. We are no longer accepting comments on this article. And Sam, who says she loves the show, admits that she has been poking fun at both Ugo and Dan for their Strictly makeovers. The 32 year old exclusively told OK! Keen to impress her pals, including Strictly Come Dancing professional dancer Ola Jordan, Sam pulled out her best moves. "I cannot wait to experience it all: the costumes, the orchestra, even Craigs glare! Magazine. Bring it on!. 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Ahahaha Sam falling whilst skipping & ripping her trousers dancing has made me cry with laughter. juliearose agreed: I laughed so much at this. [50], On 11 October 2021, Quek announced she was pregnant with her second child[51] and gave birth in March 2022 to a son, Isaac Gregory Mairs. She continued: Ive been watching. Strictly Come Dancing head judge Len Goodman . Louise had no idea that her pal was about to appear via video link, exclaiming that she had "nothing in the running order" about a second Strictly announcement. "To do well in this competition is a test of character, although mainly its a test of dancing.. The hacks have since been widely discredited by numerous industry professionals and worldwide media outlets. [12] She made her England debut the following year. The Crown actor Greg Wise has admitted his famous wife Emma Thompson,is "stupidly excited" to watch him. I'm fashionably late, baby! Ive definitely spent a bit of money on some texts voting for them both., Sams husband Tom Maris added: Dan and Ugo are Sams work husbands!. Im always up for fun new challenges and this will be my biggest adventure yet! Ugo in particular has been impressing the judges with his moves, with the 38 year old and his professional partner Oti Mabuse seeing their Couples Choice dance score them an incredible 31 points at the weekend. The Olympian was out celebrating in the Jungle Arms Pub with her fellow campmates when disaster struck. "Whoever it is Im paired with, I hope they are up for a challenge as I want our routines to include lots of spectacular lifts!. Glowing! "Truth be told I havent got a clue! And then Tom said, 'Actually, towards the end of filming you were getting a few things mixed up'. She's also looking forward to working off her "mum tum" after hours of hard graft in training. The pioneering heart operation that only takes an hour and doesn't leave a scar is performed on first Briton. She has a twin brother. Glowing! The Olympian and TV presenter spent the summer co-hosting Olympic Breakfast on the BBC alongside. She explained: 'I said to Tom, 'the last time I felt like this I was pregnant but it can't have happened that quick'. 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STRICTLY bosses are hoping to put a golden touch to this years show - by landing an Olympics hero. [39] In 2020, she competed in Celebrity Masterchef, finishing as a losing finalist. Celebrating his new lease of life, Robert will strut his stuff on the dancefloor when Strictly makes its return. Part of the Daily Mail, The Mail on Sunday & Metro Media Group. [26], In May 2016, Quek appeared with her husband Tom Mairs on BBC One's game show For What It's Worth, where they won the show's jackpot of 2,500. The comments below have not been moderated. [21] Quek won her 50th cap for Great Britain during the competition, taking her to more than 125 combined for both England and Great Britain. The views expressed in the contents above are those of our users and do not necessarily reflect the views of MailOnline. Bring on the glitz, glamour and sequins!. The sportsman's career is on the up as he was unveiled as a new Question Of Sport captain in July 2021 opposite hockey star Sam Quek. 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This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. Katie said:Its been so hard keeping it a secret, but I can finally say that Im getting ready to shake my shimmy and become part of the Strictly family! [29] She also took part in a celebrity edition of The Chase, and appeared alongside Greg Rusedski in Series 11 of Pointless Celebrities. The dancer, who has been married to Ola for 13 years, tweeted earlier this week: Lets hope @The_OlaJordan and Sam have to have a mud fight together in their bikinis.. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. While another wrote: sam is not having a good night #ImACeleb., A third said: Oh god. Olympic gold medalist Sam Quek is in I'm a Celebrity 2016. liverpoolecho Load mobile navigation. The sports star also revealed that Ugo was hoping to be partnered with two-time Strictly champion Oti all along. 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An embarrassed Sam quickly dropped to the floor, mortified at what happened while the girls crowded around her. Hes very matter of fact about things and he said he just has to deal with it very head on., Sam continued of Ugos strength: He said life goes on and you cant be sad about it and you just have to get on with it.. Sam looked stunning as she opted for a feline flick of black eyeliner and displayed her incredible complexion. 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