BBC The Hit List viewers hail 'insane' episode as father and son make history

BBC Hit List contestants have made history on the show with fans branding the moment as "insane".

The Hit List, presented by Marvin and Rochelle Humes, challenges contestants to guess the correct titles and artists of live tracks. Three teams go head to head to try and identify as many songs as possible, those that are the slowest are left to go home.

Eventually, one team remains as they try to beat the clock to name ten live tracks and their artists. The series first graced screens back in 2019 and immediately became a hit with fans who have praised the BBC show.

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The Hit List has seen many contestants hope for the grand prize sum, but ultimately miss out on winning the top prize. Including celebrities like Chris McCausland and Steps' Ian 'H' Watkins and Faye Tozer.

But now, one dad and lad duo have made history as they take home £10,000, for the first time on the show. Tom and Paul, from Liverpool, sailed through the musical rounds before eventually being the last ones standing.

With just a few seconds remaining during the final round, Marvin told the duo "let's make history" as the final question was asked, with the winning song being Queen, A Kind of Magic. But it didn't take long for them to be crowned winners as Tom said: "I feel like crying."

As the "first ever £10,000 champions", the event was branded as "unbelievable" by host Marvin, and viewers at home were also in disbelief. Fans were quick to weigh in on the moment.

Taking to X, one person said: "How is he that quick. It's insane." Another wrote: "Wow, £10k so chuffed for them."

A third added: "£10k winners on the #TheHitList first time ever the jackpot has been won. That guy was brilliant."

A fourth replied: "Tom & Paul are probably the best contestants that have ever been on this show. Incredible."

Another added: "Definitely is a kind of magic."

The Hit List has been the first TV project for Marvin and Rochelle as a presenting duo. They previously spoke to the i newspaper as Rochelle said: "We've had people that just don't know the answer at. Indeed, the nerves can completely take over. It's easier said than done, though."

You can catch up on The Hit List on BBC iPlayer