Fans fear major twist after three contestants dumped from The Traitors
- The third series of The Traitors began on January 1, 2025, with 25 contestants on a train heading to Ardross Castle.
- A shocking twist required the contestants to eliminate three members from the game before it officially started.
- Emotional reactions and speculation about the eliminated contestants' potential return have heightened viewer interest.
On January 1, 2025, the BBC reality game show The Traitors returned for its highly anticipated third season, bringing new twists and emotional moments for its contestants. The season commenced with 25 contestants embarking on a journey to the picturesque Ardross Castle. However, shortly after the journey started, in a striking twist, the train carrying the contestants came to a sudden halt, and they were required to eliminate three among them before the game had even officially begun. Host Claudia Winkleman explained that there would only be 22 places in the game despite the presence of 25 contestants. This unexpected turn created tension and emotional turmoil, with 29-year-old contestant Tyler breaking down in tears due to the pressure of the situation. Fozia, a 50-year-old outreach manager, was the first to volunteer for elimination, choosing to sacrifice her place for the benefit of the group, stating, "You all owe me big time because this is a big sacrifice." Following her, 24-year-old Jack and 38-year-old Alexander also voluntarily left the train. This shocking moment set the stage for a season filled with intense decisions and drama. Fans of the show expressed their belief that the eliminated contestants might return later in the season, as seen in previous editions of the show. In addition to the brutal elimination twist, Claudia introduced another significant change for the show’s finale; contestants who reach the final would not reveal their true identities, thus heightening the suspense and reliance on instinct among the remaining players. This marks a departure from previous seasons where the identities of banished contestants would provide critical hints for those still in the game. The season has started with overwhelming speculation, as viewers are eager to see how the twists unfold and how they might impact the course of the game. The new dynamics promise to add heightened excitement to the series, pushing contestants to rely on intuition and strategic thinking in order to navigate potential alliances and betrayals as the game progresses.