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The Chase Faces Backlash Over Gala Bingo Ads and Contestant Strategies

Viewers criticize frequent sponsorship interruptions and contestant decisions to accept lower offers, while Darragh Ennis and Bradley Walsh defend the tactical choices.

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Overview

  • Fans of ITV's The Chase have expressed frustration with the repetitive Gala Bingo adverts, calling them disruptive and threatening to switch channels.
  • Contestant Hannah's decision to accept a £1,000 lower offer instead of £51,000 sparked viewer outrage, with some labeling it a 'waste of time.'
  • Billy also faced criticism for taking a lower offer of -£2,000 but was praised by host Bradley Walsh and Chaser Darragh Ennis for ensuring his spot in the final chase.
  • Darragh Ennis defended the contestants' strategies, explaining that taking lower offers can be tactically sound and contributed to the team's ultimate victory.
  • The team of Andy, Jan, Hannah, and Billy narrowly defeated Darragh Ennis in the final chase, securing an £8,000 prize pot.