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Clare Balding puts six clever contestants through a series of nail-biting challenges, including a number puzzle featuring acrobats on a giant trampoline and Stop the Clock.
Six new contestants enter the competition, each intent on proving they are Britain's Brightest and landing £50,000. But standing between them and the prize are a series of nail-biting and unexpected challenges. Their tests include a number puzzle featuring acrobats on a giant trampoline, and the fiendishly difficult multi-tasking challenge Stop the Clock. Hosted by Clare Balding.
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Sat 12 Jan 201318:45
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The most unusual spelling test
Duration: 01:42
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | Clare Balding |
| Director | Richard van't Riet |
Broadcast
- Sat 12 Jan 201318:45
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