Zara and Mateo win £20,000. Zara said she’ll buy a new backpack. Mateo said he’ll buy a plane ticket home—no more racing. Brenda and Frank already booked a cruise. The Chloes are selling T-shirts with the slogan “Team Chicken.” The internet is already begging for a 2027 season.
If you’re curious about the route, watch the replay. Look for the moment Mateo accidentally mooned a glacier. It’s blink-and-you’ll-miss-it funny. And if you want to know the real winner? It’s the llama wool sweater. That thing is iconic.
So who won Race Across the World 2026? Two scrappy travelers with a broken flamingo and a dance that saved the day. Not bad for a Tuesday night. Now go rewatch the salsa clip. You’ll thank me later.
