Viewers of ITV’s popular game show Tipping Point were left divided during the latest episode, with one contestant’s chatty nature causing a stir.
The show, which aired on Wednesday (April 12) saw hopefuls Alun, Siobhan, Peter, and Amanda trying their best to win the jackpot.
However, it was Alun’s constant chatter that really got under some viewers’ skin, with some taking to Twitter to express their annoyance.
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One viewer wrote: “Just give your bloody answer, FFS!.”
A second viewer said: “Get on with it Alan! #tippingpoint,” while a third penned: “F**k me just answer the question and less of the fuin’ waffle. Cheers. #TippingPoint”
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Despite the negative reaction, there were also some viewers who found Alun’s chattiness endearing and wished him well.
One viewer wrote: “I hope Alun wins #tippingpoint because I think he’s lovely, and I love that he’s talking so much.”
Alun went on to win the episode after scoring an uncatchable lead early on in the episode.
On one drop, he manages to bag 17 counters, totalling £850.
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“Alun is raking it in! #TippingPoint,” said one fan, but many blasted the format of the popular game show, saying players are often soared into the lead from the get go after a lucky drop, meaning they know who will be in the final during the first round.
“Amongst the many gear grinding things about #TippingPoint is that so many of the programmes rapidly turn into no-contests once someone gets a massive drop, or a decent drop with the double,” one player blasted.
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Another claimed the the other players would need a miracle to catch him.
“Catch Alun? Have you got a miracle counter Ben. #TippingPoint.”
While a third added: “That’s the game well and truly fu**ed then. There’s no way any of them can catch him with that lead.”
Thought some fans did attricute his incredible to pure luck.
“Alun’s timing is terrible but lucky #TippingPoint,” one fan added.
“Alan is getting very lucky with these drops added a second.
Alun took home a huge cash prize but was ultimately unable to land the jackpot counter.
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