TV duo Ant and Dec were finally beaten in the Best Presenter category for the first time in 23 years Ant and Dec have finally spoken out about their surprising loss in the Best Presenter category (Image: antanddec/Instagram)

Still reeling from the shock of Wednesday night's events, Ant and Dec have finally spoken out about their surprising loss in the Best Presenter category at the National Television Awards - a title they've held for 23 years. ‌

However, the Geordie duo displayed nothing but grace in their defeat. ‌

Over recent years, despite bookmakers tipping contenders like Bradley Walsh and Alison Hammond to potentially cause an upset, Ant and Dec have always been the clear favourites to bag the Best Presenter award. ‌

The outcome has consistently favoured the former

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