US Presidential debate: Donald Trump's sniffles distract amused viewers

Fiona Simpson27 September 2016

Donald Trump suffered a bout of the sniffles during last night’s first presidential debate – much to the amusement of distracted viewers.

The Republican candidate sniffed throughout the debate with rival Hilary Clinton despite previously declaring himself the “healthiest candidate ever”.

Trump’s sniffles come after he called into question his rival’s stamina, leading supporters to hound Clinton over her health and occasional coughing fits for months.

The controversial candidate claimed they were part of wider health issues she supposedly suffered following a fall and blood clot in 2012.

After video footage emerged of the Democrat candidate almost fainting during a 9/11 memorial event in New York, Clinton admitted that she’d been diagnosed with pneumonia and spent four days off the campaign trail.

Following the diagnosis, Clinton released in-depth health records from her doctor and Trump spoke with TV host Dr Oz about his own health.

Clinton is known to suffer from seasonal allergies, but Trump’s records show nothing to explain the sniffling.

Trumps nasal irritation sparked twitter hashtag #Trumpsniffles and several parody accounts were set in the same name.

Amanda Barrie wrote: “#Trumpsniffles is perhaps my favourite trend of the year.”

Mike Mitchell added: “So what was with @realDonaldTrump sniffling? Maybe his health isnt as amazing? Could be TB? I mean, who knows, right?! #TrumpSniffles.”

Another user said: “can we get that "Dr" that wrote the letter for @realDonaldTrump to tell us what the hell is up with #trumpsniffles?”

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