In a controversial decision, which generated thousands of messages of protest by social networks and boos from the audience, Helio Castroneves and Chelsie Hightower were eliminated on Tuesday, 9 of Dancing With The Stars: All-Stars. Receiving the third highest score of the night, on Monday, and the significant popular votes were not enough to keep the couple in the competition.

Anyway, Helio Castroneves still on stage, spoke of his joy in participating in the show and made many thanks. “I have to thank everyone, it was really fun to be here again. I want to thank my family, Chelsie, Team Penske, IndyCar and I want to thank America.”