Ep 1. Episode 1
- February 3, 2009
- 44 min
In the first episode of Wipeout Australia season 1, contestants from all over Australia gather to compete in the world's largest obstacle course. As the contestants prepare for the challenge, the host and commentators introduce the audience to some of the competitors, each with their own unique story and motivation for participating in the show.
The first round challenges the contestants to navigate their way across a slippery platform, avoiding obstacles and dodging giant balls being hurled at them from all sides. Contestants must make it to the finish line without falling off the platform into a pool of water below. Many of the contestants struggle with the slippery surface and the large balls, but a few manage to make it through and onto the next round.
In the second round, the contestants face their fears and climb a towering wall with the help of only a rope and a climbing harness. Once they reach the top, the contestants must then slide down a steep ramp and land on a large inflatable platform. The challenge proves to be difficult for many of the contestants, but some manage to conquer the wall and make it to the next round.
The third round features a giant rotating arm that contestants must jump onto and ride to the other side without falling off. Those who manage to make it across must then navigate their way through a maze of swinging pendulums and rotating platforms before making it to the finish line.
In the final round, the remaining contestants must race across four floating platforms that are constantly moving and tilting. They must make it to the finish line without falling into the pool of water below. The winner of the race will move on to the grand finale and have a chance to win the prize money.
Throughout the episode, the commentators provide hilarious commentary on the contestants' performances, with witty one-liners and playful banter. Viewers are also treated to slow-motion replays of the contestants' most epic fails and wipeouts, making for a truly entertaining viewing experience.
Overall, the first episode of Wipeout Australia season 1 is a thrilling and hilarious showcase of the world's largest obstacle course and the brave contestants who attempt to conquer it. The show is filled with heart-pumping challenges, impressive feats of physical strength and agility, and plenty of laughs, making it a must-watch for all fans of competitive reality shows.