Fans Outraged as Contestant Misses £75,000 on Beat the Chasers

Viewers of ITV’s popular quiz show, Beat the Chasers, expressed their outrage following a dramatic episode aired on October 5, 2025. Contestant Sam narrowly missed out on a substantial prize of £75,000 after a tense head-to-head challenge, leaving fans feeling that he had been unfairly treated.

The latest season of the show, now in its seventh series, features contestants facing off against a formidable lineup of chasers, including Mark Labbett, Shaun Wallace, Anne Hegerty, Paul Sinha, Jenny Ryan, and Darragh Ennis. As the episode unfolded, viewers witnessed a mix of triumph and disappointment among the contestants.

Jemima kicked off the evening with a solid performance, securing £4,000 before handing the stage over to her fellow players. Ceri and Daniel struggled to catch the chasers, which set the stage for Sam’s impressive round. After building a strong cash total, he boldly opted to take on all five chasers in pursuit of the hefty prize.

In a gripping contest, Sam faced the chasers but fell short, missing the target by a mere second. Viewers took to social media to voice their frustration. One fan remarked, “#BeatTheChasers doesn’t often get that close,” while another simply stated, “Robbed.” A third user echoed the sentiment, saying, “Absolutely gutted!”

The controversy intensified when fans debated the validity of Sam’s final answer. He mentioned “Coco Chanel,” yet the response was deemed incorrect, prompting further outrage. Comments flooded in, with one viewer questioning, “How did he not get Chanel?” while another stated, “That was outrageous! Chanel, Coco Chanel—what’s the difference?”

As the episode progressed, the spotlight briefly shifted to chasers Paul Sinha and Shaun Wallace, who faced criticism for their performance during Jemima’s round. After she secured her win against them within 37 seconds, viewers described the chasers’ efforts as a “disaster.” One fan tweeted, “Catastrophic from the Chasers!” while another noted, “Paul is having a mare.”

Chaser Mark Labbett voiced his sympathy for Paul, stating, “Felt really sorry for Paul there. Shaun doesn’t guess, and he basically left Paul on his own.” Darragh Ennis added a light-hearted comment regarding Jemima’s performance, saying, “I’d love to say you played well, but you really didn’t have to.”

The emotional rollercoaster of the episode showcased the competitive spirit of Beat the Chasers, which continues to captivate audiences every Sunday at 8pm on ITV1. As fans eagerly await the next installment, the debate around Sam’s near-miss is sure to linger, highlighting the passionate engagement of viewers with the show.