Ep 12. The Only First That Matters

In this season finale of The Amazing Race, we see the final four teams racing towards the finish line in their last leg of the race. The teams are in Shenzhen, China and are determined to win the $1 million prize.

The episode begins with a Roadblock where one team member has to perform a traditional Chinese dance routine. This segment tests the coordination and agility of the contestants. The challenge requires the participant to learn the dance moves in a limited amount of time, and perform in front of an audience. The contestants struggle with the dance routine, but with perseverance and encouragement from their partners, they manage to complete the task.

After completing the Roadblock challenge, the teams make their way to the Detour. They are presented with two options: 'Suit Up' or 'Stack Up.' 'Suit Up' requires the contestants to wear a giant suit and race through an obstacle course, collecting flags along the way. 'Stack Up' requires them to stack 50 tiffin boxes in precise order, without letting them topple over. The contestants must decide which challenge to take on based on their strengths and weaknesses. Each of the teams choose different challenges, leading to dramatic finishes and unexpected results.

The contestants then make their way to the final task – a memory test based on all the countries they have visited in this season. The contestants are presented with 12 flags from each of the countries they have been to and are asked to match them with their corresponding country. This memory game proves to be a daunting task, especially as they have traveled to almost ten countries in this season. The teams struggle to remember which flags belong where, but with the final prize in sight, they push themselves to their limit.

As they complete the task, the teams race to the finish line, competing in the final sprint of the season. As tensions and emotions run high, each team is determined to cross the finish line first. They race through the busy streets of Shenzhen, trying to find their way to the finish line. The excitement builds as each team nears the finish line, with the win being up for grabs until the very last moment.

Finally, after an exhilarating race, the winning team crosses the finish line and takes home the $1 million prize. The other contestants come in closely, with only a few minutes separating the teams. The contestants reflect on their journeys and how they have grown as people during their travels.

Overall, this episode of The Amazing Race season 28 provided an exciting and dramatic conclusion to the season. It tested the contestants' physical abilities, mental strength, and their ability to work in a team. The final leg of the race provided a perfect combination of physical and mental challenges, set in the beautiful and exotic backdrop of Shenzhen, China. The Amazing Race season 28 succeeded in capturing the essence of adventure and exploration, while also showcasing the strength of human resilience and determination.