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Sophie McCoid

ITV The Chase fans applaud "star" contestant after record-breaking run

The Chase fans were left in awe tonight as contestant Kevin went on star run to bag thousands of pounds.

Kevin, 34, got £8,000 in his cash builder, and his team described him as their "star player"

The Beast, who was tonight's chaser, gave him the high offer of £48,000 and Kevin decided to go for it.

The Beast applauded him as Bradley gave him a handshake.

Kevin on The Chase (ITV)

Kevin said: "My wife's going to kill me, but I can blame it on sleep deprivation from the new twins."

Kevin stormed to victory against Mark Labbett, who at one point was three questions behind him - after a series of uncharacteristic mistakes.

As he returned to his team Bradley gave him another handshake and his team were also thrilled.

Mark Labbett on The Chase (ITV)

Kevin's two previous teammates Sarah and Janice had also racked up £6,000 each and returned to the team - making the total a cool £60,000.

And fans on social media were impressed with Kevin's bravery.

One said: "GET IN THERE KEVIN."

Another said: "My man Kevin on the chase."

And a third said: "Very clever guy, well done Kevin."

The fourth player Ovie also added £2,000 to the prize fund - making it £62,000 in all.

In the final chase the team set Mark a target of 24 - which he didn't manage to reach - meaning the team won the mega prize fund.

*The Chase continues at 5pm on ITV tomorrow

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