TWO X Factor contestants from Gwent were left disappointed after they were sent home yesterday by their mentors.

Jon Lilygreen from Newport and Russell Jones from Sebastopol did not get chosen during the six-chair challenge heat of the show.

Russell Jones took to social media to thank his fans. He said: "Thank you so much for your support in The X Factor, really means a lot.

"Thank you for everything, it's not the end it's the start."

Jon Lilygreen's departure was a dramatic one which left many fans furious.

After singing one of his own songs he was given a seat by judge Nicole Scherzinger. But then it was taken away Tracy Leanne Jefford who was chosen for the judges' final six.

You can watch their performances here: