Overview
- Contestant Axel Wolf accidentally took the host’s seat, prompting laughter and a good‑natured exchange before gameplay resumed.
- Jauch’s lapel microphone fell mid-show, forcing an on-air fix that underscored the evening’s technical troubles.
- A phone-a-friend attempt stalled after Jauch read the question himself and the 30‑second timer ran out; a callback featured a noisy line where only “Brazil” was clearly heard, which proved correct.
- Audience and additional-joker microphones were mismanaged and delayed, leading Jauch to quip about clearing the hall for lack of response.
- Despite interruptions, outcomes were finalized: Claudia Koch stopped at the half‑million question for €125,000, Milena Wein left with €32,000, and Axel Wolf exited with €16,000.