Great British Bake Off viewers have erupted in fury after Tuesday night's episode saw beloved contestant Rowan become the latest baker to leave the tent in what fans are calling a "travesty of justice."
The 21-year-old wildlife manager from Hereford had quickly become a audience favourite with his quirky personality and creative bakes, but found himself in trouble during Bread Week's technical challenge.
The Fateful Decision That Sparked Outrage
Despite delivering a showstopper that judge Paul Hollywood described as "bloody lovely," Rowan's performance in the pitta bread technical proved to be his undoing. Placing last in the challenge ultimately sealed his fate, leaving viewers absolutely stunned.
Social media platforms immediately exploded with indignation, with one devastated fan writing: "ROWWWWWANNN NOOOOOOO. I'm actually so upset, he was my absolute favourite."
Viewers Spot Crucial Detail Judges Missed
Sharp-eyed fans noticed something the judges apparently overlooked - Rowan's impressive track record in previous weeks. "How has Rowan gone home when he was star baker last week?" questioned one confused viewer, while another pointed out: "Rowan had one bad week and they sent him home, yet other bakers have had multiple poor performances."
The Great British Backlash Grows
The elimination has sparked one of the biggest controversies in recent Bake Off memory, with fans declaring:
- "This is the biggest Bake Off injustice ever!"
- "Rowan was the heart and soul of this year's tent"
- "How dare they send home the most entertaining baker?"
- "I'm actually considering not watching anymore - this is heartbreaking"
Many viewers felt the decision reflected poorly on the judging panel, with one angry fan stating: "Rowan was done dirty. The judges have made a huge mistake tonight."
A Bitter Aftertaste for Bake Off Fans
As the dust settles on this explosive episode, the question remains whether the show can recover from what many are calling its most controversial elimination decision. The outpouring of support for Rowan suggests this might not be the last we see of the popular baker, with fans already calling for his return in a potential future all-stars series.
One thing's for certain - Bread Week will be remembered not for perfect pittas or stunning showstoppers, but for the day Bake Off broke its viewers' hearts.
