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Apprentice Star Slams 'Unfair' Firing Over Chicken Task
13 Feb
Summary
- Fired candidate claims his sacking was unfair and disappointing.
- The task involved creating dishes from chicken and eggs for profit.
- He believes a rival contestant should have been fired instead.

Tanmay Hingorani, the latest candidate to be fired from The Apprentice, has publicly criticized his dismissal as 'unfair and disappointing.' The sacking followed a challenging task where teams were tasked with generating profit from poultry products, specifically chicken and eggs, and catering a corporate event. During the negotiation phase at the corporate client event, Tanmay secured a deal at £11.80, a price that ultimately led to his downfall in the boardroom. He feels he 'took the bullet' for his team, asserting that another contestant, Megan Ruiter, should have faced elimination instead due to her role in setting a lower price ceiling.
Reflecting on the experience, Tanmay expressed that while he enjoyed the negotiation aspect, the outcome was not what he had envisioned. He stated that Megan's earlier pricing influenced his final deal. He acknowledged that while he wouldn't have shaken the client's hand at that price, he believes his actions were an attempt to salvage the situation. Tanmay also highlighted the personal growth he experienced on the show, noting an increase in his confidence and his improved ability to collaborate with individuals of varying temperaments and backgrounds. He believes he has a better understanding of reading people and building rapport, and that leadership sometimes requires pausing fast-moving situations.