'X Factor' producers have given a huge indication that they expect Leona Lewis to win the contest, according to a report.
The hint, says British newspaper The Sun, is that the song picked to be released by the series winner is suited to a female, and Lewis is the only girl left in.
A cover of Kelly Clarkson’s first release 'A Moment Like This' will hit stores on December 20 sung by whichever artist is victorious. It was a hit for Clarkson after she won US reality show 'American Idol.'
A source reportedly told the paper the choice was a clear indication show chiefs were also backing the bookies' favourite. "It’s a difficult number that suits a girl’s voice," he said. "Leona’s the only girl left."
Lewis is the favourite, at 4/9, to win the show, while Ben Mills is second at 2/1.
A spokesman for the show denied the rumour, however. "The song was actually originally recorded by a bloke for the demo tape," he said. "We’ll make four arrangements, so it fits anyone’s voice."
