Jordan Chiles wowed the judges on Dancing With the Stars Week 8 with a lively jazz routine to 'River Deep – Mountain High' by Ike & Tina Turner, earning a 38 out of 40 score.
What happened?
The energetic number, part of Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Night, impressed both the audience and the judging panel, with Carrie Ann Inaba calling Chiles 'sick in a rock 'n' roll kind of way'.
Derek Hough dubbed her 'the queen of rock and roll and the queen of the ballroom'.
Guest judge Flavor Flav cheered, 'You are a warrior! Not only was it nice, it was precise!'
Fans react
Despite the strong reactions, both Derek and Bruno Tonioli gave her 9s, bringing the total to 38 instead of the coveted 40, sparking controversy among fans who felt Chiles had been 'robbed'.
On Instagram, the gymnastics news outlet Gymnastics Now shared a clip of Chiles' performance, captioned, 'Tell us we're wrong — that wasn't a perfect 40 performance?'
The post quickly filled with heated reactions from fans defending the gymnast.
Jordan Chiles' star power
Chiles' rise on Dancing With the Stars mirrors the same resilience she's shown throughout her gymnastics career, with a two-time Olympian and 2024 Paris gold medalist title.
Her ballroom journey has been one of growth and creativity, with fans continuing to admire her competitive spirit and ability to bring athletic artistry to every routine.
And Chiles remained positive, celebrating her team's success, with her and partner Ezra Sosa's group, Team Chicago, earning a perfect 40 for their performance to Chicago's '25 or 6 to 4', bringing their total for the week to 78 out of 80.
So the conversation spread to X, where fans voiced their frustrations and rallied support for the 24-year-old Olympian, with one post reading, 'Jordan Chiles is my DWTS winner idc idc she's so underrated, someone get her all the votes'.
But despite the uproar, Chiles' focus remains on her performance, with her next move eagerly anticipated by fans and judges alike.
On 18 Jun, Chiles will look to build on her success and prove her doubters wrong.
With her sights set on the top prize, Chiles is ready to give it her all and make her mark on the dance floor.
The score of 38 out of 40 will only fuel her determination to succeed.
And with her partner Ezra Sosa by her side, Chiles is ready to take on the competition and come out on top.
What's next?
The controversy surrounding Chiles' score has sparked a heated debate among fans, with many calling for a re-evaluation of the judging system.
But for now, Chiles will focus on her next performance, determined to prove her worth and earn the perfect score she deserves.
With the competition heating up, Chiles will need to bring her A-game if she wants to stay ahead of the pack.
The pressure is on, but Chiles is ready for the challenge.
And with her fans firmly behind her, Chiles is poised to make a lasting impression on the dance floor.
The question on everyone's mind is, what will Chiles do next?
Only time will tell, but one thing is certain, Chiles will give it her all and leave everything on the dance floor.
The score may have been 38, but Chiles' determination and passion are worth so much more.
And as the competition continues, Chiles will be one to watch, with her sights set on the top prize and her heart set on success.