Who Was Eliminated from Amazing Race Australia 2025?
The first big elimination shakeout: Ant and Dan Middleton were disqualified after a behind-the-scenes altercation during a break in filming. Not your standard, heart-thumping sprint-to-the-mat, either—this happened “overnight,” as host Beau Ryan explained in a voiceover at the start of episode two. It was sudden. It was stern. “Due to a breach of the code of conduct, Ant and Dan have been removed from the race,” he declared, so viewers barely had time to ask, Wait, what the hell happened?
Looking at social media the next morning was a trip: official accounts kept things hush, while everyone else swapped theories and outrage—was it really that serious? Turns out, yeah.
The Scandal: Not Your Normal Exit
Unlike the usual, “Sorry, you’re last—pack your bags,” this disqualification came after a heated, late-night showdown. Reports say Dan Middleton got into a verbal scuffle with fellow racers Luke and Scott O’Halloran at a hotel. Not to traffic in drama, but apparently it got so tense that other contestants felt uncomfortable. Brendan Fevola (yes, the ex-footy star who’s protective as a golden retriever dad) intervened, and then, rumor has it, gave Channel 10 an ultimatum: remove Dan, or he’d leave the race himself.
A network spokesperson eventually confirmed: “Following a breach of the production’s code of conduct by one contestant, on a day off during production, a team from The Amazing Race Australia was disqualified and swiftly sent home.” If you’ve ever argued over whose turn it is to do the dishes, just imagine it with TV contracts, charity prize money, and millions watching.
Celebrity Fallout & Awkward Goodbyes
Celebrity reality TV is always a bit chaotic—but, wow, this was next-level. If you’re a longtime Amazing Race fan, you probably remember every emotional pit stop goodbye, teary hugs, and “we’ll stay friends forever!” moments. This wasn’t that.
Instead, Ant and Dan Middleton sort of left on a silent note. Social media went quiet. Other contestants posted about their adventures; Ant kept busy with other projects (okay, that probably stings a bit), and nobody got the usual “aww, we’ll miss you!” montage. Ed Kavalee and Tiff Hall, Steph and Ben Tisdell—these teams got classic exits in later episodes, hoping for a second chance, not a headline.
Lessons from the Race: It’s Not Always What You See
Alright, here’s where things get real—no amount of athletic training or travel savvy prepares anyone for reality TV drama. Channel 10 stood firm this season, emphasizing “the health, safety, and well-being of all contestants.” Maybe a little too much, but hey, better safe than sorry. As one exec said, “Any breach of conduct is taken very seriously”. That’s probably why this elimination felt so cold. Swift. Like when your phone battery dies right before the perfect photo. Or when the taxi leaves you standing on the mat.
