I ended up not watching last year's final because of Layton. I knew he wasn't going to win but I was tired of watching a professional dancer being a professional dancer - he remains the ringiest ringer of all time - and I didn't care enough about Vito's partner, and I was sure they'd win, to watch. I actually can't remember one stand out dance from last year but there must have been some.
I'm close to not watching this year's - and I know, no one cares and I shouldn't be such a stroppy mare and I agree completely - because much as Sarah isn't my favourite I resent that she'll probably go. That said it'll probably mean a muff free final. Swings and roundabouts.