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Barking Dog Pub Bars Quiz Team for Smartwatch Cheating in Weekly Quiz

The venue publicised the ban without naming the trio to rebuild trust after an anonymous tip-off.

Overview

  • Staff in Urmston, Greater Manchester, say a frequently winning team was caught whispering into smartwatches and using Shazam during the music round.
  • Quiz host and co‑director Rob Hardie monitored the table, confronted the players, received an admission and barred them from future quizzes.
  • An anonymous caller had identified the suspected team after regulars drifted away despite an earlier phone ban during questions.
  • The pub announced the outcome on social media without naming the individuals, prompting intense local speculation as the team has not returned.
  • The £30 bar‑tab prizes already won will not be revoked, and this week’s quiz will feature a “famous cheats” round to deter future rule‑breakers.