The Challenge: Battle for a New Champion

Vets on Rookies

Season 38 • 10/26/2022

The veteran contestants ponder their first impressions of the rookies, admitting physical size and strength aren't always keys to success and eliminations are rarely predictable.

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TJ Gives a Tour of the Ride or Dies House
The Challenge: Battle for a New ChampionS38

TJ Lavin gives a sneak peek of the Argentinian hotel-turned-mansion, which features a state-of-the-art gym, a pool and jacuzzi, plenty of meeting places and a surprising amount of privacy.
10/25/2022
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02:58

The Truth About Winning and the Ideal Finals Partner
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Previous winners and their Ride or Dies discuss how champion status might affect the game and reveal who they'd like to run a final with other than their current partner.
10/25/2022
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04:09

Teams Identify Advantages, Threats and Potential Alliances
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The Ride or Dies duos debate whether teams of veterans, rookies or a combination of both have the advantage, identify their biggest threats and stress the importance of alliances.
10/25/2022
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03:18

Why Representation Matters
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The LGBTQ+ cast members reflect on their earliest memories of queer representation on TV and celebrate this season's wide-ranging, openhearted attitude toward inclusivity.
10/26/2022
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Leader of the Duo
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The teams explain (or debate) who's the true leader in each pair, offer hints about their game-play strategies and describe what they've learned from their partner's past seasons.
10/26/2022
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Vets on Rookies
The Challenge: Battle for a New ChampionS38

The veteran contestants ponder their first impressions of the rookies, admitting physical size and strength aren't always keys to success and eliminations are rarely predictable.
10/26/2022
Final Words6 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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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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