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BBC denies octopus mascot on University Challenge was ‘antisemitic’ attack

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The BBC has shut down claims that an Oxford University college mascot which appeared on a recent episode of University Challenge was a coded antisemitic attack.

Christ Church College appeared on Monday night's episode of the popular BBC Two quiz show with a blue octopus soft toy on their desk in full view of the audience.

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