Pete Wicks appears emotional in gruelling 10 hour Strictly Come Dancing rehearsal ahead of Saturday's live show

Pete Wicks appeared emotional during a gruelling Strictly Come Dancing rehearsal on Thursday. Fan favourite Pete Wicks, 36, appeared emotional during a gruelling 10 hour Strictly Come Dancing rehearsal on Thursday ahead of Saturday's live show Pete was spotted taking a moment with his supportive dance partner Jowita Przystal, 30 Pete, wearing a plain white vest with his hair pulled back could be seen with his face in his hands The day before, Pete and Strictly pro Jowita seemed to be getting along well and were spotted putting on a passionate display as they got stuck into rehearsals for their first dance on Thursday. Pete wiped away sweat as he put his all into his rehearsals The reality star looked visibly tired as he took a break in the studio Months later, professional dancer Graziano was sacked after BBC staffers revealed they had seen footage of him 'kicking' celebrity partner Zara McDermott. Pete could be seen chatting to his partner while he took a break But ever the trooper, he jumped back into rehearsals and got back on the dancefloor to continue practising Pete has been paired up with Jowita Przystal and the two will take to the floor on Saturday night for the first live show A source told The Sun: 'The celebs have been told they have to stick to the cap.