Love Island's live final on Monday night saw an unexpected twist as Yasmin and Tommy were eliminated, narrowly missing a spot in the final three. This marks the first time in the show's history that a couple has been dumped from the villa during the final itself.
The elimination came after a previous dumping of contestants Mica and Samraj. Following their departure, Mica and Samraj were tasked with choosing two more Islanders to eliminate, a decision that directly impacted Yasmin and Tommy's journey.
The choice by the ex-Islanders to remove Yasmin and Tommy reportedly stemmed from questions about Tommy's motivations for entering the villa. It was revealed that Tommy had ended a ten-month relationship just weeks prior to joining the show, leading other contestants to question his intentions.
Reflecting on their exit, Tommy stated that while it was sad to leave the villa and the friendships made, he was happy to have found his partner. Yasmin described the experience as the best of her life, citing personal growth and newfound friendships. She also acknowledged the surprising nature of their elimination, noting that it felt like the right decision given the remaining couples.
Mica and Samraj were themselves eliminated earlier in the finale following a majority vote from former Islanders who believed they did not deserve a place in the final. Mica expressed that she and Samraj were content with their departure, emphasizing their strong connection. Samraj added that while he had previously fought to stay in the villa, this time he was happy to leave with Mica, though he questioned the justifications used by some fellow contestants for their votes.