Anne Hegerty replaced on Beat The Chasers by Australian ‘Supernerd’ Issa Schultz after dropping out with Covid 

Anne Hegerty was changed by Issa Schultz after contracting Covid earlier than filming (Image: ITV / REX)

Anne Hegerty was notably lacking from Monday’s Beat The Chasers after falling ailing with Covid – however her seat wasn’t left empty for lengthy. 

The Chaser, also called The Governess, had been due to participate within the newest collection of the hit spin-off present from The Chase, however was unable to participate in filming after testing optimistic for coronavirus forward of filming. 

The contestants weren't going to be given a better journey with 5 Chasers as a substitute of six, nevertheless, as Anne’s spot was stuffed by Issa Schultz, a Chaser on the Australian model of the present. 

Issa revealed that his nickname on the Australian model of the present is the ‘Supernerd’ – so no strain there then. 

Viewers took to Twitter to share their ideas on the brand new Chaser and Anne’s absence, writing: ‘Simply tuning in – the place’s Anne!?’ and ‘

‘Oooh a brand new face’, added one other,, ‘I just like the Tremendous Nerd, it’s nickname’ and ‘Welcome new Chaser The Supernerd!’

Others have been confused as to why Anne was lacking, writing: ‘Petition for @anne_hegerty To return again on & #TheChase’ and ‘The place’s The Governess?’

One other wrote: ‘@Anne_Hegerty The place are you on this collection of ? We miss you. Nothing in opposition to the brand new chaser.’

Anne had beforehand revealed in March throughout filming that she wouldn't be showing on this season after not testing adverse till the run of reveals was nearly full.

She tweeted on the time: ‘Sadly I’ve contracted Covid-19 so received’t be filming this collection of #BeatTheChasers.

‘The implausible @Issa25 can be stepping in for me and I’m trying ahead to watching the collection when it’s on air later this yr. I really feel wonderful, however I’m nonetheless optimistic! (in all respects)’.

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