Mark Labbett revealed that Shaun Williamson, known for his role as Barry Evans in EastEnders, was very close to becoming a Chaser after impressing during his Celebrity Chase appearance. He highlighted how Shaun's quizzing talents shocked both the show's bosses and the other Chasers, indicating that the celebrity version of the show is structured differently as participants compete primarily for charity, with questions tailored to give them a better chance.
Mark stated, 'He was smart enough to know, 'Look, I'm good but I'm not at their level'. But he's a very, very good quizzer.' This reflects Shaun Williamson's self-awareness regarding his quizzing abilities, acknowledging the high standards required to be a Chaser while still appreciating his own skills.
When discussing other celebrities, Mark praised Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen as a very good all-round quizzer but noted his weakness in sports. He said, 'I think he was paired with Phil Tufnell who, obviously, is a sport specialist, and it was a lethal pairing.' This highlights the strategy of combining strengths in a team setting.
Mark confidently claimed, 'I'm arrogant enough to say I'm the best Chaser in the world. One or two of my colleagues look funny at me, and I sort of go, 'Prove me wrong'.' This shows his competitive spirit and drive to maintain his status among the Chasers.
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