For the first time in The Chase history an adorable "fifth team member" has featured on the show

The Chase is one of the most loved shows on TV, with millions of people tuning in every day.

But a recent episode of the hit series sent viewers hearts into overdrive when, for the first time in its history, a "fifth team member" featured on the show. 

Before going head-to-head with Anne "The Governess" Hegerty, Craig introduced himself and Fred to Bradley Walsh.

Craig said: "I'm registered fully blind but I have a small amount of functioning vision."

"You have to have a guide dog, of course, and here he is, it's Fred," Bradley added.

Talking to the furry quizzer, Bradley asked: "You alright, Fred? You enjoying it? How long have you been with Craig, Fred?"

Answering on Fred's behalf, the 29-year-old said: "He's been with me for five years now."

When asked by Bradley what he would spend the money on if he managed to beat The Governess, Craig confessed: "I need a bigger telly because of my eyesight."

Fans of the show flocked to social to praise the contestant and his guide dog.

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One wrote: "Fred is my favourite ever contestant #TheChase."

Another exclaimed: "Craig MUST win so Fred can have boneys #TheChase."

"Fred the guide dog is gorgeous, such a good boy #TheChase," said someone else.

Unfortunately, there won't be any "boneys" for Fred, as Anne caught the team with just five seconds spare.