The BBC's announcement that Paddy McGuinness will be hosting the revived snooker game show Big Break has been met with fury by several fans of the original show.
The broadcaster confirmed on Tuesday that the game show, which originally ran as a Saturday night favourite on BBC One from 1991 to 2002, would be making a comeback, with production starting "shortly."
The original series featured Jim Davidson and John Virgo, with Mr McGuinness and Stephen Hendry confirmed to be fronting the revival.
Shortly after the official announcement though, fans stormed X with complaints over Mr McGuinness' casting.
Presenter Paddy McGuinness will host the revived game show alongside Stephen Hendry
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The former Take Me Out host has in recent years been at the helm of some unsuccessful reboots, such as Top Gear and Question of Sport, both of which are now off-air.
"Are you f***ing kidding me? Paddy is awful. Stephen, yes, will be brilliant, but there are much more better presenters out there," one X user responded to the news.
Another penned: "Paddy McGuinness is like a sleeper agent to destroy previously good shows like Top Gear & Question of Sport. Big Break will be another collector's item on his CV."
"I like Paddy McGuinness but he is becoming a Grim Reaper for shows like Top Gear & Question of Sport. Pray for Big Break," another agreed.
X users weren't pleased about Paddy McGuinness fronting the show
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Another social media user shared their initial hope, which soon faded to disappointment, writing: "'Big Break is Back! Paddy McGuinness....' Never has my interest died quicker...."
Someone else suggested: "I would have thought someone like Lee Mack would have been a better choice. Yet maybe it was just Paddy who was available. Be interesting to see Mr Davidson view on it. No one will be ever be better than Virgo."
"Paddy McGuinness? Nope that's an easy pass then," one more shared.
Some did seem eager to tune into the new show, though, with a few defenders of Mr McGuinness willing to give the reboot a chance.
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Another fan wrote: "Great news but please use the original music."
The broadcaster confirmed the series will air on BBC Two and iPlayer, with the show reimagined for audiences. It will also play alongside BBC Sport’s increasingly popular snooker coverage.
Unlike fans of the original, Mr McGuinness seemed excited about his new gig as he stated: "I am absolutely delighted to be a part of Big Break.
Former snooker pro Stephen Hendry will co-host the revived Big Break alongside Paddy McGuinness
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"It is one of those shows everyone knows and loves so to be hosting it alongside legend Stephen Hendry will be something special. Bring it on!"
Former snooker professional Mr Hendry added: "Big Break was a unique mix of trick shots and great entertainment and I can't wait to be back at the table and bringing this incredible show to a whole new audience.
"And who knows, we might inspire the next generation of snooker players to get into the sport."
The reimagined format will see three contestants team up with professional snooker players fresh from the competition circuit, battling through three rounds of trick shots before reaching a dramatic finale where cash prizes are up for grabs.
While the show will maintain the spirit of the original, the BBC promises a fresh visual style and new camera angles that let viewers experience shots from different perspectives.