The Chase continued this evening and welcomed four new contestants who were ready to take on the Chaser. Anne Hegerty stood in the quartet’s way and they would have to get past her to have a place in the Final Chase. John, a retired financial adviser, sailed through his round and it was down to Ann to consolidate on the £9,000 he had bagged. However, it seemed she wasn’t quite up to standard and one mistake particularly caught viewers’ attentions. Related articles The Chase: Viewers in uproar over contestant win Anne Hegerty: The Chase star speaks out on ‘disgusting’ tweet At one point, Ann was quizzed on the novels of George Orwell. She was asked by host Bradley Walsh to name one of his famous books. Of course, the correct answer is 1984, a novel in which Big Brother threatens to take the liberty and freedom of every character in the alternative universe. However, Ann must have got her dates mixed up, as she incorrectly said it was “1854”. Sadly, things didn’t get much better for the contestant, who found herself caught by Anne meaning she was sent home. What’s more, Twitter didn’t miss out on the mistake and fans flocked to share their thoughts. The Chase: ‘I f***ing give up’ Viewers in uproar as contestant makes enormous blunder (Image: ITV) The Chase: Anne Hegerty was on fine form today (Image: ITV) One said: “That famous George Orwell book ‘1894’” Another added: “I don't know the year of that George Orwell book but it's starts with an 18.” A third shared: “1854 that famous Orwell novel.” A fourth commented: “Based on that cashbuilder there will only be one Ann(e) in the final.” “The George Orwell classic 1854,” said a fifth. Related articles The Chase: ‘Settle down’ Bradley Walsh issues warning to Shaun Wallace The Chase: Viewers rage as Bradley Walsh and Paul Sinha defend guest The Chase: John and Phil didn't get their jackpot (Image: ITV) John and fellow team mate Phil made it to the Final Chase with £13,000 and they would certainly have a difficult task of getting the money home. Sadly, the pair were caught with only four seconds to spare meaning they were leaving with nothing. Yesterday on The Chase, fans were furious with one contestant who chose to take the lower offer. Deanne chose to deduct £2,000 from the jackpot in a bid to get home to the team. However, although viewers didn’t like her decision too much, Bradley and Chaser Paul “Sinnerman” Sinha were quick to show their support. The Chase airs weekdays on ITV at 5pm. All rights reserved for this news site express.co.uk and under his responsibility