Strictly's Knight in shining armour Brendan Cole rescues Anita Dobson when her partner Robin Windsor falls ill

By Emily Sheridan

Last updated at 8:47 PM on 21st November 2011

Just over a week ago, Brendan Cole came to the Holly Valance's rescue when her partner Artem Chigvintsev fractured his spine.

And it looks like the New Zealand dancer is turning out to be this series' knight in shining armour after stepping in to practise with Anita Dobson this week.

Dobson's professional partner Robin Windsor has contracted an infection in his foot and has been ordered to rest and go on a course of antibiotics by his doctors.

Knight in shining armour: Brendan Cole is being partnered with Anita Dobson this week while her partner Robin Windsor is ill

So while he is getting better, Cole will rehearse the swing and another dance with the EastEnders actress ahead of Saturday night's live show.

And living up to his reputation, Cole dressed up as a knight in a suit of armour as he posed with the 62-year-old brunette.

Dobson said: 'I am utterly distraught that Robin is laid up sick at home in bed, but hopefully he will be back on his feet soon.

Can you dance in that Brendan? The Kiwi dancer may struggle to tango in the armour

'I'm really excited at the prospect of dancing with Brendan though - it's a fantastic opportunity.'

Windsor lamented: 'I am devastated that I am unable to dance with Anita this week. I have amazing faith in Brendan to look after Anita and do a great job this coming weekend.

'I can’t wait to get my dancing shoes back on and get back to fighting for that glitterball trophy!'

Two Saturdays ago, Cole and Valance received a score of 34 for their rumba.

Ailing: Dobson performed with Windsor on Saturday's live show at Wembley Arena

He was partnered with the Australian singer/actress just a day after he and celebrity partner Lulu were voted off the series.

Cole added: 'I'm chuffed that both Artem and now Robin value and trust me enough to ask me to step in and help them with such an important job.

'I'm very excited to be working with Anita and hope to do her and Robin proud this week. I will be doing my utmost to get her through to next week.'

No doubt Dobson and Cole will be hoping to avoid ending up in the bottom two again after previously ending up in the position two weeks ago.