After an inquiry into Wallace's behavior revealed claims against two separate people, Torode said on Monday: "I am the individual who is alleged to have used racial language on one occasion."

Gregg Wallace's former co-star said he is "shocked and saddened" by the allegation he used racist language on the set of the BBC show.

John Torode confirms he's subject to upheld racist language allegation in 'MasterChef' investigation, saying he has 'no recollection' of incident.