**£100,000 ON THE LINE… AND BRADLEY WALSH WAS THE ONE LEFT BLUSHING** What should have been a routine game on **The Chase** took a completely unexpected turn when a contestant arrived with a surprise that instantly caught Bradley Walsh off guard. At first, it seemed like a harmless gesture. Then came the exchange that left Bradley turning bright red, the audience howling with laughter, and viewers at home wondering whether the contestant was more interested in charming the host than taking on the Chaser. The playful moment quickly snowballed, with social media exploding as fans debated whether the flirting had crossed a line — while others couldn’t get enough of Bradley’s priceless reaction. But it was one comment made moments later that completely changed the atmosphere and turned an amusing exchange into one of the most talked-about moments of the episode.

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Mortified Bradley Walsh ushers contestant off after awkward kiss on the lips

The Chase’s stunned presenter admitted he was ‘going for a lie down’ after the unexpected peck

The Chase contestant kisses stunned Bradley Walsh on the lips

Mortified Bradley Walsh got a shock on tonight’s The Chase with an awkward kiss on the lips.

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The Chase’s stunned presenter was left speechless when a contestant gave him a cheeky peck.

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After beating The Chaser, ecstatic Kathy jumped up and down before rushing over to hug Brad.

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Kathy gave him a smooch then started celebrating while the horrified presenter pulled a face at the camera.

Anne Hegerty, who had earlier asked Kathy what she was ‘on’, joked: “She seems quite pleased.”

Bradley Walsh got a surprise on tonight’s The Chase(Image: ITV)

He got a big peck on the lips(Image: ITV)

Kathy asked if she could “go now” and Brad tried to usher her back towards the desk.

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“Oh my god, I can’t believe it,” screamed the excited contestant after brining home £6,000 for the prize fund.

Not looking too pleased, Brad replied: “Join the club.”

Giggling Anne, who had some sympathy, said: “Yes that was unusual. Are you alright?”

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Brad’s face said it all(Image: ITV)

He clearly enjoyed that(Image: ITV)

Confused Brad admitted: “I’m going for a lie down.”

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The Chase fans took to Twitter after watching the awkward moment.

One viewer said: “Literally cringed when she went and kissed Bradley!!”

“She’s a living legend, one of my favourite contestants ever,” added another.

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A third said: “Poor Brad! He didn’t know what to do!”

Kathy got very excited(Image: ITV)

Brad got a hug as well(Image: ITV)

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Kathy and Gareth managed to beat The chaser and took home a share of £13,000.

“Thank you so much for what has been the most incredible experience ever,” said Kathy.

Turning to Brad, she added: “I’m going to go to a Nutrino conference Bradley and I’m going to think of you.”

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Kathy won a lot of money(Image: ITV)

Brad was not amused(Image: ITV)

Much like Anne, The Chase viewers wanted to know why Kathy was so excited.

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“I want some of whatever Kathy on #TheChase is on,” said one fan.

Another added: “This ginger woman is a bit much isn’t she? She seems smart though!”

“Has this women just rocked up off the sesh..,” said a third.