Tim McCarthy, a headteacher from Greater Manchester, died aged 64 in July after a long health battle - but his episode of The Chase was only aired this week Lorcan paid tribute to his 'hero' Tim (Image: ITV/X/@lorcan_thorpe)

A contestant who secured £100,000 on The Chase has paid tribute to his team mate who tragically died before their episode was broadcast . Tim McCarthy, a headteacher from Greater Manchester, died aged 64 in July following a lengthy illness, but his episode only aired this week. ‌

His team mate Lorcan paid tribute after they secured a share of the £100,000 prize each. Sharing a photo of them hugging after their win, Lorcan wrote: "Not bad for a day's work. Rest in peace Tim, my hero." ‌

In a following tweet, he said: "I only knew Tim for all but a few

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