The Challenge: Battle for a New Champion

Cara Maria Takes the Gold on Battle of the Bloodlines

Season 27 • 02/17/2016

Standing in the middle of an Olympic stadium, Cara Maria is overwhelmed when she and her cousin Jamie are named champions.

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02:13

Aviv's Puzzle Skills Win Her Team a Mountain of Cash
The Challenge: Battle for a New Champion

Aviv keeps a cool head and knocks out the final puzzle, then she and Darrell race up a mountain to claim $250,000 and the Fresh Meat championship.
09/04/2006
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01:15

Jodi Pulls Off a $150,000 Balancing Act
The Challenge: Battle for a New Champion

As things come down to the wire on The Duel, Jodi powers through her physical exhaustion to balance herself on a teeter-totter.
01/18/2007
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01:21

Rachel Lifts Herself Above the Men on the Duel II
The Challenge: Battle for a New Champion

With Brad and Evan nipping at her heels, Rachel decides she's not just going to be the first-place woman, but first place overall.
06/10/2009
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02:20

Carley Comes Through for Her Team
The Challenge: Battle for a New Champion

As Carley and Landon race up a snowy hill against Kenny and Laurel for first place on Fresh Meat II, Carley's refusal to quit makes all the difference.
06/09/2010
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00:58

Paula and Evelyn Go from Rivals to Champs
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On Rivals, Paula and Evelyn reach the top of the peak and claim first prize, reflecting on their journey from enemies to friends.
08/24/2011
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01:58

Paula Proves She's Not Just a One-Win Wonder
The Challenge: Battle for a New ChampionS24

After winning the first Rivals, Paula manages to team up with a different frenemy, Emily, and win it all again on Rivals II.
09/25/2013
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02:34

Laurel Wins All on Her Own
The Challenge: Battle for a New ChampionS25

After three previous final appearances, Laurel finally becomes a Challenge champ on Free Agents and reflects on the path that got her there.
06/26/2014
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02:13

Sarah's Big Move Pays Off on Battle of the Exes II
The Challenge: Battle for a New ChampionS26

After making a gutsy play to take Bananas and Nany out of the final, Sarah's decision pays off big when she and Jordan reach the top of the mountain first.
03/24/2015
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02:33

Cara Maria Takes the Gold on Battle of the Bloodlines
The Challenge: Battle for a New ChampionS27

Standing in the middle of an Olympic stadium, Cara Maria is overwhelmed when she and her cousin Jamie are named champions.
02/17/2016
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03:10

Ashley Becomes a Champion of Champions
The Challenge: Battle for a New ChampionS29

Even though she was seen as an underdog, Ashley manages to defy the odds and walk away with more than $120,000 on Invasion of the Champions.
05/09/2017
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01:32

Jenny Wins a Whole Lot More Than £2
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Even though she's never won more than a couple bucks in Vegas, Jenny marches up a snowy peak and claims the $500,000 top prize in Total Madness.
07/15/2020
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04:39

Amber Goes from Underdog to Top Dog
The Challenge: Battle for a New ChampionS36

With the help of a legendary partner, rookie Amber B crosses the finish line on Double Agents and discovers why The Challenge is the best game in the world.
04/21/2021
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03:49

Kaycee Makes a Million-Dollar Decision
The Challenge: Battle for a New ChampionS37

Having just won Spies, Lies & Allies, Kaycee and her partner, CT, must decide how much, if any, of the million-dollar prize they'll share with the second- and third-place teams.
12/15/2021
Final Words8 Videos
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01:05

Battle for a New Champion Final Words - Teamwork Makes the Perfect Work
The Challenge: Battle for a New ChampionS39 E1

The eliminated Challenger reflects on their hard-fought battle and expresses their determination to return stronger and slyer for another competition.
10/25/2023
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01:05

Battle for a New Champion Final Words - Two Lungs, One Heart, Can't Lose
The Challenge: Battle for a New ChampionS39 E2

The eliminated player reflects on why their strategy during their last challenge -- and the season overall -- may have backfired and shares excitement about what the future has in store.
11/01/2023
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01:07

Battle for a New Champion Final Words - It's a Matter of Semantics
The Challenge: Battle for a New ChampionS39 E3

The defeated player expresses no regrets about their effort in the elimination challenge and looks back fondly on a bond they formed with a fellow competitor.
11/08/2023
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01:09

Battle for a New Champion Final Words - I'm Coming Out
The Challenge: Battle for a New ChampionS39 E4

Despite a disappointing result, the eliminated competitor remains proud of their approach throughout the season and credits their opponent for a hard-fought challenge.
11/08/2023
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01:09

Battle for a New Champion Final Words - Countdown to Chaos
The Challenge: Battle for a New ChampionS39 E5

Fighting back tears, the eliminated contender struggles to put into words what went wrong and expresses disappointment at having their time in the competition cut short.
11/15/2023
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01:12

Battle for a New Champion Final Words - The Big Mistake
The Challenge: Battle for a New ChampionS39 E6

After a well-fought battle, the eliminated contender congratulates the winners, reflects on weaknesses in their strategy and reveals who they'd like to win.
11/22/2023
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01:03

Battle for a New Champion Final Words - So Flip-Floppy
The Challenge: Battle for a New ChampionS39 E7

The terminated player talks about being outsmarted and outplayed by their opponent, the bonds they've cultivated in the house, which contender they hope makes it to the final three and more.
11/29/2023
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01:16

Battle for a New Champion Final Words - Struggling to Hold It Together
The Challenge: Battle for a New ChampionS39 E8

The eliminated player sheds some tears as they reflect on their final challenge, their experience during the season and what they hope others learn from their journey.
12/06/2023
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