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The Challenge: Cutthroat Sydney Segal
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The gist
Sydney Segal returns to The Challenge season 42 after therapy. Cutthroat format returns after a decade.
Background
Sydney Segal, a Survivor alum, debuted on The Challenge last year and initially didn't plan to return, calling it a one-time thing. However, she's back for season 42, which revives the Cutthroat format for the first time in over a decade. She says she'll focus on her strengths rather than trying to improve weaknesses.
How it unfolded
- Tue, 18 Aug 2026People publishes exclusive interview where Segal reveals she went to therapy after her first season and initially didn't want to return.
- Tue, 18 Aug 2026Decider releases an exclusive clip showing the Gray team choosing between Nurys Mateo and Sydney Segal for elimination.
- Wed, 19 Aug 2026New episode of The Challenge: Cutthroat premieres on Paramount+.