The Challenge Season 37 Episode 1 Full Episode

A Whirlwind Start to The Challenge: Spies, Lies & Allies

Okay, folks, buckle up because The Challenge is back, and Season 37, Spies, Lies & Allies, kicked off with a bang! We're talking secret agents, exotic locations, and enough drama to fuel a small country.

Welcome to Croatia, Challengers!

First off, can we talk about Croatia? This season's location is stunning. Crystal-clear waters, ancient cities – it’s basically a vacation postcard come to life...except, you know, with people yelling at each other and competing for a ton of money.

The episode wastes no time throwing us into the mix, introducing the international rookies. From the start, it's clear that some of these newbies are here to play, making alliances and sizing up the veterans with laser focus.

TJ Lavin, our beloved host, wastes no time in delivering the bad news, stating that there are going to be a lot of surprises. I already know it will be a wild ride.

The "Dive Right In" Challenge

The first challenge, aptly named "Dive Right In," involved diving from a speeding boat to retrieve puzzle pieces while battling waves. It looked absolutely terrifying!.

Some teams were smooth sailing, while others looked like they were auditioning for a blooper reel. Watching these athletes struggle to maintain their composure in the face of the elements was both hilarious and impressive.

Big shoutout to the team of Nelson and Ashley who managed to complete the challenge quickly. They really looked great working together.

Surprise Alliance: The Veteran Pact

It wouldn't be The Challenge without some classic backstabbing. The veterans, predictably, formed a pact to protect each other. But alliances are fragile, and the rookies are hungry, this pact is definitely going to be broken.

You can see the distrust forming between the veteran alliances, I can already anticipate seeing them go at each other's throat in the next episode. This can be a good way for the rookies to get into a powerful position.

An Unexpected Elimination

The episode climaxed with an elimination round that sent shockwaves through the house. Seeing Michele Fitzgerald, the Survivor winner, get sent home so early after being put in by Ashley was really shocking! What a betrayal!

I am excited about who Michele picked to go against, Corey Lay. Corey showed a great amount of composure and strength in the elimination round to ensure his place in the game.

Rookie Power on the Rise?

The elimination was also a wake-up call for the veterans, proving that the rookies aren't just pushovers. Some of these newcomers are strategic masterminds, athletic powerhouses, and ready to dethrone the established order.

Also, this early in the game, this can allow others to see the power of the Survivor alliances. Let's see what happens as the game progresses, it will be interesting.

Final Thoughts

Overall, the Season 37 premiere of The Challenge was a fantastic start. It has all the elements we love: intense competitions, political maneuvering, and enough eye candy to make anyone swoon. I cannot wait for the next episode!

Tune in next week to see which alliances will crumble, which rookies will rise to the top, and which veterans will be sent packing. It's going to be a wild ride, folks!