Ep 7. Finals Week 1

Team Ninja Warrior season 1 episode 7 titled "Finals Week 1" features four teams competing for a spot in the championship round. The teams include the Tower of Power, Golden Hearts, Labs Rats, and Beasts from the East. Each team consists of three members, one being a female athlete.

The episode starts with the first of three rounds, the relay race. Each team member must complete an obstacle course, then tag the next team member to complete the course. The relay race proves to be a challenging course for each team, with multiple obstacles to overcome, including the floating tiles and the spin cycle.

The second round, the head-to-head showdown, features each team member going up against another member from the opposing team. The head-to-head showdown is a one-on-one race to complete the obstacle course first. The team member who wins the head-to-head showdown earns a point for their team. The head-to-head showdown is where individual skill shines through, as strength, agility, and speed are all vital characteristics for success.

The final round, the knockout round, is the most crucial round of the night. The knockout round features one team competing against another with each team member completing the same obstacle course. The knockout round is a double-elimination tournament where the team with the most points advances to the championship round.

Throughout the episode, host Matt Iseman and Akbar Gbajabiamila provide commentary on each team's progress and offer insight into the obstacles each team must overcome. Additionally, sideline reporter Alex Curry interviews each team captain and provides insight into each team's strategy.

Overall, Team Ninja Warrior season 1 episode 7 provides viewers with an action-packed night of competition and showcases the strengths and weaknesses of each team member. The episode keeps viewers engaged with its multiple rounds of competition and offers fans a chance to see some of the best ninjas in the world compete head-to-head.