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Is This Final Actually FAIR?! | The Challenge Cutthroat Episode 13 Recap

Mittwoch, 21. Oktober 2026 · 1 h 01

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It’s a hot one, P&D gang! Paulie Calafiore and Devin Walker are breaking down Part 1 of The Challenge final, and they've got plenty to say about the brutal conditions in Thailand, CT's trip to the medical tent, and whether the rules gave one team an unfair advantage. Paulie compares this final to his own experience on War of the Worlds 2, while Devin offers his take on how player safety, production decisions, and the competition itself have changed over the years.
The guys also give serious credit to the women dominating this final, especially Tori, Michele, and Lete, while debating Cassidy's struggles, Johnny Bananas' veteran strategy, and the puzzle-heavy checkpoints that helped shape Day 1. Plus, Devin explains why he'd be the number one draft pick for this particular final, Paulie shares some insight into Will's knee injury, and the guys discuss what could happen in Part 2. They also address rumors about the future of The Challenge, with Devin sharing an exclusive about whether or not the show has been canceled.

In This Episode:

Introducing P&D gang Membership Tiers
Paulie Compares the Final to War of the Worlds 2 and Questions CT's Medical Advantage
Lete’s Meltdown, Tori and Michele's Dominance, and the Grey Team’s Performance
Breaking Down the Final's Puzzles, Checkpoints, and Day 1 Strategy
Devin Explains Why He’s the Number One Draft Pick
Day 2 Predictions
Michele's Motivation, Team Final Wins, and the Future of The Challenge

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HOSTS:
Devin Walker
Paulie Calafiore

PRODUCERS:
Pete Joseph
Marnie Joseph

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