Robert Irwin and Witney Carson are heading into the “Dancing With the Stars” Season 34 finale as one of the couples many fans believe could take home the mirrorball trophy. With pressure mounting and fan expectations at an all-time high, the duo has been pushing hard behind the scenes, and their latest rehearsal clip shows just how intense finale week has become.

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In his Instagram Stories, Robert shared backstage footage from their freestyle practice, posting a photo with Carson and several DWTS troupe members and teasing, “Freestyle incoming.”

The Accident That Left Fans Stunned

Carson was seen scratching her head in the following clip before walking off the dance floor and placing a clump of her hair on the judges’ table.

Irwin captioned the moment, “Soooo… accidentally tore Witney’s hair out during a trick in our freestyle rehearsal,” along with a grimacing emoji. Aside from losing some hair, Carson appeared physically fine. See the video here.

Fans quickly grabbed the footage and shared it on Reddit, reacting with shock and sympathy. “At this to the list with Dylan’s broken nose,” one commenter wrote, referencing Dylan Efron’s earlier injury this season.

Another viewer added, “He must’ve felt so bad, and it must’ve been so painful for her. Poor Witney!”

Carson Reacts to the Painful Training Glitch

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Carson later posted more rehearsal footage on her Instagram Stories, including a moment labeled, “Showing Robert how to be lifted,” hinting that their freestyle will feature another big flip. She also shared a still image of herself smiling while Irwin held up the hair that had been accidentally torn from her scalp. “Well this happened,” she wrote.

“And yes that’s my real hair ripped out of my scalp.” A close-up shot showed the chunk of hair, followed by another caption: “Blood, sweat, and hair went in to this freestyle.”

Fans Expect a Big Finish at the ‘DWTS’ Finale

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The intensity of their rehearsals only proves that the duo is trying their best to end this season on a high note and maybe, with the victory as well.

Fans on Reddit said they are now expecting a “wild” freestyle and described the routine as “insane” based on the rehearsal footage already shared. Supporters are hoping the duo’s hard work pays off when the results are revealed live.

Viewers can see Irwin and Carson perform their freestyle during the “Dancing With the Stars” Season 34 finale on Tuesday, November 25, at 8 p.m. EST on ABC or stream on Disney+.