Malique I'm sure is 19 so he did well in enough in his interview.
If it's a "fix" as some are commenting on twitter about malique and his bag, i don't think they'd make it that obvious and tell him to wear his bag. They've nothing to gain from that and probably more interesting footage with a spontaneous reaction. I know celebs in the past who have also worn their rucksacks. Also looks better in the pics than the way Noel was holding his.
Any other year James would shine, he's lovely and tackles every task with his best attempt and gets on well with everyone. However there are so many big personalities in there who know how to play the game and draw attention to themselves he doesn't stand a chance. The only ones not doing that are James, Malique, Sair and Anne.