Bluff half-Turkish Aberdonian Gus Tawse has a compellingly forceful style, even if some gags – such as asking for a ‘number two’ in a barber’s shop and sending Valentine cards to dyslexics have previously featured in other comics’ sets.

It’s likely to be coincidence, as there’s plenty else in his crowd-pleasing set with a more distinctive mark, such as his contemporary reference to the ‘cash for gold’ ads or his routine about the actress who plays Big Mo in EastEnders, which uses repetition with playful skill.

Not everything was so strong, but the delivery was exemplary, and nailed him the other joint second place in a field that wasn’t particularly strong.