Sat Nov 30 04:10:00 UTC 2024: ## Great British Baking Show Finale Shocker: Frontrunner Dylan Loses Out
**London, UK** – The Great British Baking Show (GBBS) concluded its season on Netflix with a surprising upset. While fan-favorite Dylan, praised throughout the season for his innovative flavor combinations and described as Paul Hollywood’s protégé, entered the final as the frontrunner, he ultimately lost to Georgie.
Dylan, despite achieving two Star Baker titles and a season-high three handshakes from Paul Hollywood, struggled with time management and fundamental baking techniques in the final challenge. His showstopper cake suffered from execution flaws, ultimately placing him last.
The article points out a pattern in GBBS, where frontrunners, particularly younger contestants heavily praised by the judges, often falter under the pressure of the final. The judges’ seemingly gentler approach and infrequent detailed critiques this season, may have contributed to Dylan’s struggles, leaving him unprepared for the final’s intensity. The author suggests that a more critical approach from the judges might have helped Dylan avoid his mistakes.
Georgie, despite never receiving a handshake from Paul Hollywood, secured the win with technically sound bakes and a visually stunning showstopper cake. Her victory highlights the unpredictable nature of the competition and suggests that consistent excellence, rather than early praise, is the key to success. The article concludes by noting the inherent subjectivity of the judging process, and how the show strategically utilizes judge’s praise and handshakes to create a compelling narrative arc.
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