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Jessica Sansome

The Wheel viewers recognise Manchester player after he wins huge jackpot

The Wheel has become another Saturday night must-watch in recent weeks as we try to keep ourselves entertained in lockdown.

And the latest episode of the BBC quiz show left viewers baffled as they realised they recognised the winning contestant from elsewhere.

Junaid, an accountant from Manchester, walked a way with an incredible £59,000 from the new game show which sees up to three contestants try answer their way to a fortune while being guided by seven celebrity experts.

Viewers immediately took to social media when they saw Junaid as they realised he has previously participated on The Chase.

"I swear Junaid was on Impossible as well? Also seen he was on The Chase, seems like this guy lives game shows... #TheWheel," tweeted one.

Another said: "It's Junaid from The Chase! What a hero. #TheWheel."

"Junaid has been on every single UK TV game show I've ever seen," added a third.

The Wheel has been getting viewers talking (BBC)

While the spin of the wheel is very much based on luck, Junaid played a very good game after almost losing the cash prize after failing to get a question right.

But he later made a comeback and managed to hang on until the end.

Junaid was helped along by the celebrity experts which this week included Rachel Riley, Richard Madeley and Joel Dommett.

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