Bradley Walsh found himself red-faced after making an embarrassing blunder on the popular ITV quiz show, The Chase, during the episode aired on December 19. The incident unfolded during the quick-fire question round when he mispronounced the main international airport of Los Angeles.
While hosting the show, Walsh posed the question to contestant Rachel, asking, "What American city's main international airport is known as LAX?" Instead of pronouncing it letter by letter, he referred to it simply as "lax." Rachel was quick to jump in and correct him, confidently saying, "It’s LAX," before correctly answering, "Los Angeles." This mix-up didn’t go unnoticed as Walsh’s fellow contestants made light of the situation, especially Jenny Ryan, also known as The Vixen.
After Rachel answered, Ryan humorously remarked, "Yes, it usually is LAX not lax, lax is Brad's attitude to this show." Her comment spurred laughter among the audience and contestants, highlighting the light-hearted nature of the episode. Walsh, who is known for his friendly banter, chuckled off the error and continued with the show.
This is not the first time Walsh has been subject to light-hearted criticism on The Chase. His slip-up with the abbreviation sparked conversations among fans about the charismatic host's frequent on-air moments where things don’t go perfectly. Viewers enjoy his openness and the unscripted nature of such blunders, which often contribute to the show's charm.
Following this incident, Rachel expressed her desire to face off against Shaun Wallace, another esteemed quizmaster on the show. She mentioned her hope to hear him sing if they had to face music-related questions. The segment continued with her competing against Ryan instead.
During the same episode, more humor unfolded when another contestant, Tom, shocked Walsh with his admission about applying for the wrong quiz show. When asked what prompted him to appear on The Chase, Tom sheepishly revealed, "I intended to apply for Hunted," leaving Walsh utterly stunned. The host crossed his arms and quipped, "Hunted... wow. I don’t hold out much hope for you, Tom," reitering the comedic undertone of the moments captured on the show.
The entertaining exchanges during the episode are part of what makes The Chase so beloved among audiences. Weekday broadcasts keep viewers engaged with its fast-paced quizzes and witty interactions. Moments like Walsh's mispronunciation not only serve as comic relief but also remind fans of the show's unpredictability.
Walsh’s ability to take his mistakes with grace has endeared him to audiences, proving once again why he remains one of the most relatable hosts on television. Fans can catch the latest episodes of The Chase from 5 PM on ITV and ITVX, watching for the next inadvertent blunder or humorous exchange to surface among contestants.
