What happens if a couple has to drop out of the competition? Is there a back-up?
According to our protocol, in case a dancer is unable to perform, the production team, together with the EBU, will discuss the matter with the respective Head of Delegation, to asses the extent of the reason for the potential drop out. If it proves impossible for the couple to perform (either of the dancers), then this performance shall be skipped (with a proper official notice to all participating countries and during the show) but the viewers in the country in question will still vote and their spokesperson will read out their televote. Viewers in other countries will, of course, be unable to vote for any couple that has dropped out.
