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Cowell predicted Gamu 'X Factor' win

Published Sunday, Dec 12 2010, 23:44 GMT | By Alex Fletcher
Gamu Nhengu

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Simon Cowell predicted that Gamu Nhengu would win The X Factor after Boot Camp, it has been revealed.

On tonight's Xtra Factor, Konnie Huq revealed all the judges and hosts' early tips for success.

Cowell and Boot Camp special guest judge Nicole Scherzinger both backed Zimbabwe-born Nhengu for glory. The 18-year-old singer was controversially axed from the show by Cheryl Cole at Judges' Houses.

Louis Walsh tipped Aiden Grimshaw to win the show, while Dermot O'Leary and Huq both correctly backed Matt Cardle to triumph.
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