: The traditional Sunday "final showdown" and "deadlock" were scrapped. Instead, the act with the fewest public votes was eliminated immediately.
: Grace Davies, who became well-known for performing her own original material. The X Factor (UK) - Season 14
: Replacing the bottom-two sing-off, the acts with the highest votes from Saturday and Sunday competed for a weekly prize, such as recording time with a top producer. : The traditional Sunday "final showdown" and "deadlock"
: Judges were secluded from one another during this round to ensure independent decision-making. Final Standings The competition concluded with a diverse final three: Rak-Su (Winners - Groups) Grace Davies (Runner-up - Girls) Kevin Davy White (Third Place - Overs) : Replacing the bottom-two sing-off, the acts with
: Simon Cowell encouraged contestants to perform original material as early as the audition stage, a move intended to showcase authentic talent.
The 14th series of The X Factor (UK) aired from September 2 to December 3, 2017, on ITV. It was a landmark season marked by a massive overhaul of the show's format to prioritize public influence and "real" artistry over traditional reality TV tropes.