Matt Baker has been defended by fans for just being 'excited' as his Commonwealth Games gymnastics saw him accused of favouritism by some viewers.
During the Olympics last year, the Countryfile presenter was forced to respond as critics questioned his qualifications for commenting on the sport, reminding them that he was once a competitive gymnast who won a number of titles. Taking to Instagram to share press cuttings of some of his sporting career, the County Durham born star wrote: " For all those asking... here’s some clippings from my Old scrap book! As a lad gymnastics was my life...it taught me the simple recipe if you work hard you get a result. Without my sport I would never be where I am today."
Fast forward to this year and former One Show host Matt is back in the BBC commentary box as Birmingham hosts the Commonwealths, with the gymnastic events taking place in the city's Utilita Arena. After the English men took gold in the team competition, it was time for the individual final on Sunday, with Matt covering it live alongside Craig Heap and Christine Still.
