What an anti clilmax!

I demand a recount! I can't believe Rhydian wasn't crowned winner of the X Factor. It's so wrong. It's not that I dislike Leon but he just doesn't have the charisma to warrant being the winner. I think his duet with Kylie may have swung things for him - the jazzed up version of 'Better the devil you know' was the style she used in her Showgirl Homecoming Tour.

All the way though, Rhydian has delivered excellent performances and has not sang one note out of key. You really feel emotion when he sings. I didn't like him at all at the beginning; he appeared too arrogant and cocky for my liking - a trait I can't stand in people. However, that hard edged exterior soon softened up and as the compliments flooded out of the judges' mouths, he always seemed surprised. It seems such an anti-climax to get all the way to the final and your favourite doesn't win - still, I realise it's not life or death situation - Rhydian will surely gain a very successful career from this.

I thank the Lord that Same Difference didn't win as their gushy personalities and over the top smiles freaked me out.

One observation: last year Leona won - this year Leon. Just an 'A' missing! I doubt anyone will better her in the future.