Devoted fans of ITV's hit quiz show The Chase have been left seething after a controversial moment in Monday's episode, which many are branding a "shambles" and a "disgrace."
The uproar occurred during the nail-biting Final Chase, as contestant Michael and Chaser Paul Sinha, The Sinnerman, battled it out for a £3,000 prize pot. With seconds left on the clock and the team just one correct answer away from victory, host Bradley Walsh posed the final question.
As Michael began to answer, the show's iconic theme music abruptly swelled and the end credits began to roll, completely drowning out his response and leaving the outcome a total mystery.
Social Media Erupts in Fury
Viewers instantly took to social media platform X (formerly Twitter) to voice their outrage and frustration. One incensed fan wrote: "That was a shambles! We didn't get to hear if he got it right or not! #TheChase."
Another agreed, posting: "How can you finish the show like that?! We need to know! #TheChase." The sentiment was echoed across dozens of tweets, with the show's name quickly trending as audiences demanded to know the result.
A Glimmer of Hope for Answers
While the editing made it impossible for home audiences to hear, some eagle-eyed fans are speculating that Michael's answer may have been correct. They pointed out that both Bradley Walsh and Paul Sinha were seen smiling as the credits rolled, suggesting a potential team victory.
However, without official confirmation from ITV, the fate of the £3,000 remains the show's biggest cliffhanger, leaving a cloud of frustration over an otherwise thrilling episode.
