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The 12 strokes of noon: towards a limitation of victories?

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: Céline, Bruno Hourcade and Paul El Kharrat. Everyone left their mark in their own way, whether through their humor, their sensitivity or their general knowledge. But Émilien's domination could call into question the balance of the game show, despite the enthusiasm it arouses among viewers. Since September 2023, the young candidate has impressed viewers with his intelligence. By stringing together victories, he managed to accumulate a prize pool of more than a million euros.

Questioned about this phenomenon, Jean-Luc Reichmann spoke to defend the legitimacy of Émilien’s career: “Émilien is absolutely deserving. There are those who say ‘it’s unfair, he should give way to others’ and those who adore him and pray that he does not fall. But in the end, everyone watches,” he told Télé Magazine. The presenter emphasizes that the popularity and intelligence of the young student fascinates the audience.

WILL THE RULES OF 12 COATS OF MIDI CHANGE BECAUSE OF ÉMILIEN?
However, this situation could push production to implement adjustments to preserve the fairness of the game. Usually punctuated by special editions and interventions by Jean-Luc Reichmann to maintain interest, the game Les 12 coups de midi could be required to review certain rules if Emilien's series of victories continues a little too much.

Indeed, despite his preparation and training to maintain his level of knowledge, Émilien has already come close to defeat on several occasions. His determination and intelligence are praised by the presenter, who, although he likes to tease him at times, reaffirms the respect he has for this extraordinary competitor. For the moment, no major modification of the rules is envisaged, according to Jean-Luc Reichmann. Émilien could therefore continue his series of historic victories in Les 12 coups de midi for a long time, unless the production decides to toughen the rules. To be continued…

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