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Charlotte Smith

'Has Mark caught coronavirus?' - The Chase fans worry The Beast has contracted disease after appearing 'unwell' on show

Many viewers tuning into last night's episode of The Chase flocked to social media the share their concern for Mark Labbett, who appeared 'unwell' on the show.

The iconic Chaser, otherwise known as The Beast, left some fans fearing he had even contracted coronavirus.

During Monday evening's episode, Twitter was met with an influx of tweets from worrisome viewers over Mark's 'strange voice'.

Some even thought the quizmaster was infected with the deadly virus - officially termed COVID-19 - which is continuing to spread across the world.

"The beast sounds like he has a cold or is it coronavirus #TheChase ." One viewer said.

A second wrote: "Just tuned in - sounds like the big man has caught Corona?? #thechase "

Another added: "Mark sounded proper unwell on The Chase #corona lol, but hes my faveeee"

A third put: "Mark might have a virus, his voice is strange. Probably COVID-15, back then. #TheChase "

"Missed seat 1 - has Mark got a cold? Going high good luck #TheChase ." Someone else posted.

Another chimed: "Mark has a cold....or Corona #TheChase "

The total number of confirmed cases of coronavirus in the UK is currently 319, with a quarter of those in London.

It comes as two more deaths in the UK were announced, bringing the current total to five.

The government are urging Brits to wash their hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, and to self-isolate if showing signs of 'even minor' respiratory tract infections.

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