Get ready for a new level of quizzing as The Professor debuts on The Chase Australia
Channel 7’s The Chase Australia is set to welcome a new Chaser, dubbed The Professor, who is poised to raise the stakes in the beloved quiz show.
David Poltorak, a 67-year-old veteran of Australian quiz shows, takes on the mantle of The Professor, bringing with him a wealth of experience. The introduction of this formidable new Chaser is scheduled for 5.00 pm on Monday, 8 April, promising viewers an enhanced and thrilling quiz experience on both Channel 7 and 7plus.
David has established himself as an icon within the realm of Australian game shows, having contributed extensively as both an adjudicator and question writer across numerous productions. His quiz show journey is adorned with appearances on notable programs such as Sale of the Century, and the Seven Network’s own Quiz Master and Beat The Chasers, showcasing his quizzing expertise and on-screen charisma.
In his new role as The Professor on The Chase Australia, David is not just a contestant but a towering intellect poised to challenge and outsmart participants with his strategic acumen and encyclopedic knowledge. His arrival adds a fresh dynamic to an already impressive array of Chasers including Goliath, The Beast, The Governess, The Smiling Assassin, The Shark, The Supernerd, The Tiger Mum, and the recently introduced The Lightning Bolt.
The Chase Australia is a production of ITV Studios Australia for the Seven Network, based on the successful original ITV quiz show format. The inclusion of The Professor into the show’s lineup underscores the continuous effort to provide viewers with high-quality entertainment and challenging quiz content.
