The Dancing With The Stars Season 33 Semi-Finals brought a surprise twist as there was no elimination and every remaining couple will compete in the finale. This decision by ABC has set the stage for an exciting conclusion.

Why No Elimination Was the Right Call

It was a bit anticlimactic to learn that this week's scores would carry over to the finale. However, it was the best way to set up the grand finale. Just like when Anna Delvey made her closing remarks upon elimination, this ending has generated a lot of buzz. It shows that ABC values the journey of the contestants and wants to give them all a chance to shine in the final showdown.

Ilona and Stephen: Deserving Finalists

If we assume the scoring process was fair and Ilona Maher and Stephen Nedoroscik were truly the Bottom 2, it would have been a disappointment to see them go home. These two Olympians have given their best this season. Maher's Encanto dance was a show-stopper, and Nedoroscik has been beloved by fans since his viral pommel horse routine. They have shown consistent improvement week after week and are just a few great dances away from winning with the help of voters.

They have added a lot of excitement and energy to the competition, and their presence in the finale is well-deserved.

Any Couple Could Win in the Finale

It's not just Ilona and Stephen who have a chance to win. Every remaining couple in the competition has a solid chance of taking home the Len Goodman Mirrorball Trophy. Chandler Kinney and Joey Graziadei have been consistent front-runners with their good scores all season, but contestants like Danny Amendola can't be ruled out. He is my dark horse pick, and I'm a New England Patriots fan, which might give me a bit of a bias. But Witney Carson, his dancing pro partner, shares the same perspective as me on the Instant Dance Challenge.

In past seasons, it was clear which couple or couples would be in the mix for the trophy heading into the finale. But this season, every competing couple has a legitimate shot, and fans will be happy no matter who wins.

Dancing With The Stars Season 33 will conclude on ABC with a three-hour finale starting on Tuesday, November 26 at 8:00 p.m. ET. Don't miss this exciting event! Set your DVR and get ready for a night of amazing dancing.