The Chase viewers were left disgruntled with one contestant’s approach in the latest instalment of the popular quiz show, as she encouraged her fellow players to aim high despite choosing a lower offer herself. Host Bradley Walsh welcomed new contestants on Tuesday (January 28), all eager to win a substantial cash prize.
However, after Nathan, the first player, was swiftly eliminated by chaser Mark ‘The Beast’ Labbett, the team’s morale took a hit.
When it was Olivia’s turn to face the chaser, she opted for a cautious £1,000 over the £4,000 she had accumulated in the cashbuilder round. Yet, despite her conservative choice, Olivia didn’t hesitate to urge her teammates, Martyn and Micheala, to pursue the higher amounts.
This inconsistency baffled both the chaser and viewers alike. In response, a bemused Mark retorted: “How can you say that?”
The Beast was left confused by player two, Olivia (Image: ITV)
Agreeing with Mark, disgruntled viewers flocked to social media platform X to express their disapproval. One viewer chastised: “Have some shame, Olivia.”, reports .
Another unimpressed comment read: “Olivia-not impressive.” A third remarked: “Wow Olivia has got nerve. GO HIGH right after she went for the dreadful low offer.”
Meanwhile, another irked fan suggested: “Olivia tells Michaela to ‘go big’ for 60K, after she went low for a grand. P3 and P4 should’ve gone high anyway, and leave her on her own with her grand, then get annihilated by the Beast.”
The player left fans and those in the studio confused (Image: ITV)
Later in the show, Michela and Martyn wowed the audience with their stellar performances, ensuring their spots in the final. With a hefty £12,000 up for grabs, the three remaining contestants had everything to play for.
In a thrilling finale, the team excelled, correctly answering 18 questions as a collective effort. To the surprise of many, Mark ‘The Beast’ Labbett stumbled during the final chase, leading to a triumphant win for the team.
Viewers were quick to react to the unexpected victory, with one viewer commenting: “The Beast wasn’t just in form today. I’ve never seen him lost a chase with so much wide margin. Congratulations to the team though; they deserve the win.”
Olivia advised her team to go high on The Chase (Image: iTV)
Another chimed in, remarking: “The chaser gave up at about the 10-12 secs left mark. BUT still a brilliant game by the team, fantastic push backs! ! ! Congrats to a well balanced team.”
The team’s success sparked a wave of congratulations from fans watching at home, who were clearly impressed by their performance and the rare defeat of ‘The Beast’.
The Chase airs Mondays-Fridays at 5pm on ITV1.