Ep 3. Week 3

The Bachelor season 25 episode 3, titled Week 3, follows lead Matt James as he continues his search for love among the remaining 18 contestants. The episode begins with Matt joining the ladies for a group date where they participate in an intense game of Capture the Flag. To the women's surprise, five new contestants join the game, adding more competition and drama to the mix.

After an intense round, the blue team wins the game, securing an after-party with Matt. However, the red team is not out of the game just yet as they receive a surprise visit from Bachelor Nation favorite, Ben Higgins, who offers to host their own after-party.

Meanwhile, Sarah, one of the contestants, is struggling with her feelings of jealousy as she watches Matt spend time with the other women. Her insecurities lead her to have a private talk with him, where she breaks down in tears and expresses her struggles with being on the show.

Later on in the episode, the women are surprised with a new one-on-one date for Matt and Jessenia. He takes her on a thrilling ATV ride to a hot air balloon where they have a romantic picnic and share their thoughts and feelings about their connection.

Back at the house, the tension between Sarah and the other women continues to rise. She decides to skip the group date that Matt has planned for the rest of the contestants and stays behind at the hotel. However, she soon realizes the error of her ways, and makes a last-minute decision to show up at the group date, leading to more drama and tension.

At the end of the episode, Matt is faced with the difficult decision of sending multiple women home during the rose ceremony. The episode leaves viewers on a cliffhanger, wondering who will stay and who will go on the journey to find love with Matt.

Overall, The Bachelor season 25 episode 3 offers plenty of drama, competition, and romantic moments as the contestants and Matt continue their search for love.