Delta Goodrem will return to Strictly Come Dancing this weekend after missing out on Saturday’s live show due to a rib injury. The singer, 41, was ordered to rest by doctors and received a pass through to the next round after the injury left her unable to train in the week. Strictly shared the news Delta was back in rehearsals with her dance partner Kai Widdrington, 31, on Instagram on Monday as they shared a sweet selfie of the pair. They captioned the post: ‘Following her bye last week due to injury, we’re delighted to confirm Delta has been given the all clear to dance again this weekend.’She’ll return to the ballroom on Saturday night, and Abi Clarke will pop into her rehearsal room for a chat on Training Room Diaries on Wednesday evening.’Fans were delighted by the news and wrote in the comments: ‘That’s my girl @deltagoodrem so happy for you’ Delta Goodrem will return to Strictly Come Dancing this weekend after missing out on Saturday’s live show due to a rib injury They captioned the post: ‘Following her bye last week due to injury, we’re delighted to confirm Delta has been given the all clear to dance again this weekend’ The singer, 41, was ordered to rest by doctors and received a pass through to the next round after the injury left her unable to train in the weekThe Sydney-born star managed to perform a Salsa during week three of the competition, keeping her top of the leaderboard for the second consecutive week.But it was only hours after the live broadcast that she was brought to hospital as she struggled to sleep through her pain.Doctors ordered Delta to rest, as well as sleep upright to aid her recovery.Long-established Strictly rules state that a contestant is allowed one free pass before they have to withdraw from the competition. On Saturday night, the hosts addressed the Australian star’s absence.Emma Willis told how it was ‘such a shame’ for her to be missing out on Icon’s Week, as she explained to viewers what happened and reiterated that the rules meant she’d be able to dance again next week. Meanwhile, Johannes Radebe added: ‘Delta my darling, I know you’re watching at home, we’re all sending you so much love!’Dame Sarah Storey was voted off on Sunday night’s show. Dame Sarah Storey was voted off on Sunday night’s show The judges all chose to save House of the Dragon star Bethany Antonia and her partner Nancy Xu in the dance-off during last night’s show Fans were delighted by the news and wrote in the comments: ‘That’s my girl @deltagoodrem so happy for you’The judges all chose to save House of the Dragon star Bethany Antonia and her partner Nancy Xu in the dance-off during last night’s show.Dame Sarah, Britain’s most successful Paralympian with 30 Paralympic medals, including 19 golds, was partnered with professional dancer Julian Caillon, who is in his second year on the BBC show.Despite being praised by the judges for their ‘attitude, character and dramatics’, the pair found themselves at the bottom of the leaderboard on Saturday, scoring just 21 points for their Tango. Viewers were also quick to question the song choice, with some blaming Shania Twain’s That Don’t Impress Me Much for the couple’s struggles.Sad to be leaving the competition, Sarah said: ‘Well I obviously have had the most amazing teacher which has been the biggest blessing. ‘I am really proud to have had a few weeks learning from this incredible chap and I’ve enjoyed every minute.’ STRICTLY COME DANCING 2026: MEET THE CONTESTANTS LACEY TURNER AGE: 38BEST KNOWN FOR?: Playing Stacey Slater on BBC’s EastEnders WHY STRICTLY?: ‘I’m so excited and terrified at the same time but I’ve had so many friends do Strictly and I thought it was about time that I plunked up the courage and made my way onto that dance floor.’DELTA GOODREM AGE: 41BEST KNOWN FOR?: Played Nina Tucker in Neighbours and has released eight music albumsWHY STRICTLY?: ‘I’ve been incredibly honoured to perform on many different stages throughout my career – from tv, theatre, film sets, to touring my own shows around the world, there is however one stage I’ve never stepped onto and that is the ballroom floor!’CACH MERCER AGE: 25BEST KNOWN FOR?: Won Love Island 2025 and is a TikTok influencerWHY STRICTLY?: ‘I have grown up watching the show with my family and am so excited to now be part of the cast. Dancing is a huge passion of mine and I can’t wait to learn Ballroom and do the Foxtrot for the first time!’DAME SARAH STOREY AGE: 48BEST KNOWN FOR?: Britain’s most successful Paralympian WHY STRICTLY?: ‘Embarking on a new challenge so soon after stepping down as an athlete is hugely exciting.’BETHANY ANTONIA AGE: 28BEST KNOWN FOR?: Plays Lady Baela Targaryen in House of the DragonWHY STRICTLY?: ‘I have grown up watching Strictly, and I am so excited to take the challenge on and (hopefully!) learn a new skill.’GRAEME ‘THE DOGFATHER’ HALL AGE: 59BEST KNOWN FOR?: Hosts Channel 5 series Dogs Behaving (Very) BadlyWHY STRICTLY?: ‘I have watched the show for years, so to be a part of it feels like a very exciting challenge, albeit more than a bit nerve-wracking!’TABBY STOECKER AGE: 25BEST KNOWN FOR?: Olympic champion skeleton racerWHY STRICTLY?: ‘I’ve had the wildest year of my life so far, so to be rounding it off with a childhood dream of dancing in the Strictly ballroom is surreal and I can’t wait to get stuck in!’MELANIE WALTERS AGE: 64BEST KNOWN FOR?: Playing Gwen West in BBC sitcom Gavin & StaceyWHY STRICTLY?: ‘Performing in Pantomime for the last 15 years, my Strictly ‘fix’ has always been watching in a dressing room rather than my front room.’ DANI DYER AGE: 30BEST KNOWN FOR?: Winning Love Island and being the daughter of actor Danny DyerWHY STRICTLY?: ‘I am so excited to be back in the ballroom this September! I just cannot wait to get my dancing shoes back on and hopefully this time around I can actually make it to week one!’CHRIS APPLETON AGE: 43BEST KNOWN FOR?: Hairdresser to the stars – including Kim Kardashian and Jennifer LopezWHY STRICTLY?: ‘I’m thrilled to be joining Strictly and coming home to the UK for this incredible experience. I’ve always believed that the best things happen when you take a chance and try something new.’WILL BEST AGE: 41BEST KNOWN FOR?: Hosts Big Brother and previously TVWHY STRICTLY?: ‘I’ve been lucky to do lots of live telly before, but absolutely nothing like this. And I cannot wait!’JAIME WINSTONE AGE: 41BEST KNOWN FOR?: Starring in films such as Kidulthood and Tomb RaiderWHY STRICTLY?: ‘I am no stranger to a dance floor, but the ballroom is a whole new world for me.’SHAUN WRIGHT-PHILLIPS AGE: 44BEST KNOWN FOR?: Footballer who played for the likes of Chelsea and Manchester CityWHY STRICTLY?: ‘Strictly is definitely outside my comfort zone, but I’m super excited to get started and really looking forward to the challenge!’LAWRENCE ROBB AGE: 34BEST KNOWN FOR?: Plays Mackenzie Boyd on ITV’s EmmerdaleWHY STRICTLY?: ‘I can’t quite believe that I am going to be getting my dancing shoes on this September on one of my favourite shows of all time!’JOHN NELLIS AGE: 33BEST KNOWN FOR?: Face of a popular football-focused YouTube channelWHY STRICTLY?: ‘I can’t wait to meet everyone, learn a new skill and, hopefully, be much better at family parties by the end of it!’ <!- – ad: https://mads.dailymail.co.uk/v8/us/tvshowbiz/none/article/other/mpu_factbox.html?id=mpu_factbox_1 – ->