Craig implied the partnership was a deliberate choice by producers, as Kristina has become romantically involved with professional dancer Vincent Simone and her former dancing partner, Joe Calzaghe.
“It’s natural to fall in love with your dance partner when you’re spending so much time together and Kristina managed it a few times! But somehow I don’t think that will be the case this time around.”
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Craig Revel Horwood
However, while Kristina might have been “gutted” about her ‘Strictly’ partner, as the couple managed to get a respectable 24 points as they made their dancing debut this weekend, finishing in the middle of the leaderboard.
Earlier this month, it was claimed that Ola Jordan was also unhappy with her choice of celebrity partner, after it was announced she’d be dancing with Olympian Iwan Thomas., as she was reportedly hoping to dance with bookies’ favourite, Peter Andre.
'Strictly Come Dancing' continues on Saturday at 6.20pm on BBC One.
16 Dream 'Strictly Come Dancing' Celebs
Nigella Lawson(01 of16)
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Dads up and down the country would be glued to their sets every Saturday night if this much-loved TV chef signed up for the show. (credit:Lou Rocco via Getty Images)
Danny Dyer(02 of16)
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Having the 'EastEnders' star's on-screen wife is great, but we all know it's really Mr Dyer we really want to see on the floor. (credit:Matt Crossick/Matt Crossick)
Sarah Harding(03 of16)
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Sarah might insist she's concentrating on acting and singing right now, but given the less-than-stellar reviews for her 'Corrie' appearance (not to mention her debut single), 'Strictly seems like a possible stop for the former Girls Alouder. (credit:Jo Hale via Getty Images)
Craig David(04 of16)
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He's got a music career to resurrect and he looks great with his top off. It couldn't make any more sense. (credit:Iconic via Getty Images)
Myleene Klass(05 of16)
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As one of the most omnipresent stars in celebville, we can't believe she hasn't done it already. (credit:Daniel Leal-Olivas/PA Wire)
Boris Johnson(06 of16)
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Because every series needs a public figure who is just hopeless on the dance floor. (credit:Carl Court via Getty Images)
Gemma Collins(07 of16)
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Well, let's be honest, she's done nearly every other reality series. (credit:Karwai Tang via Getty Images)
Richard and Judy(08 of16)
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With Richard's ego there's no way he'd take any nonsense from the judges, making him a dream contestant. Plus everyone knows there's no Richard without Judy, so his wife would have to join him on the show. (credit:Anthony Harvey via Getty Images)
Michelle Keegan(09 of16)
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The former 'Corrie' star would be able to get plenty of tips from her other half, as Mark Wright took part in last year's series. (credit:Doug Peters/Doug Peters)
Paddy McGuinness(10 of16)
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Let the dance see the floor! (credit:Mike Marsland via Getty Images)
Beverley Callard(11 of16)
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From the look of this picture, the wardrobe department wouldn't even have to make any outfits for Bev - she'd be able to bring in her own frocks. (credit:Doug Peters/Doug Peters)
Rio Ferdinand(12 of16)
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As a former England captain, he'd attract a load of male fans to the show, and would probably be quite a good dancer. (credit:Pierre Suu via Getty Images)
Susan Boyle(13 of16)
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We mean, who doesn't want to see Susan Boyle performing her trademark wiggle on the 'Strictly' floor? (credit:Danny Lawson/PA Wire)
Lee Ryan(14 of16)
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Surely it's only a matter of time before he follows in bandmate Simon Webbe's footsteps? (credit:Doug Peters/Doug Peters)
Mary Berry(15 of16)
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As the nation's favourite Grandma, she needs to do 'Strictly' for every Granny who's ever dreamed of being twirled around by Anton Du Beke. (credit:Ian West/PA Wire)
Sam Stanley(16 of16)
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The sports star would have been a pretty topical signing for the show, given he is the first rugby union player to publicly come out. (credit:David Rogers via Getty Images)