John Torode has been sacked as MasterChef presenter after it emerged that an allegation against him of using racist language was upheld. On Monday, the TV chef said he had "no recollection" of the incident, adding: "I do not believe that it happened."

After an inquiry into Wallace's behavior revealed claims against two separate people, Torode said on Monday: "I am the individual who is alleged to have used racial language on one occasion."

MasterChef presenter John Torode will not return to the BBC cooking show after producers Banijay UK confirmed his contract will not be renewed.