*** Advisory: DC SocialPulse contains adult language, objectionable content
and spoilers for some readers. Viewer Discretion is Advised. Due to its long
length, take frequent eye breaks if you're reading this top to bottom. ***
BY DC CUEVA
This season will feature, at first, 18 players who have not win a single Challenge will come for a chance to win their first title in what should be just a competition just for them. But they have no idea of what will be awaiting them, as later on a group of eight previous champions will arrive like a cyclone to put a wrench to those well-laid plans on grabbing the lion's share of $350,000 to those who outlasts everyone else for that title.
This week as it all kicks off, it's a double premiere - two hours in fact, and our competitors will begin to settle into their unusual beachside settings in a run-down hut called "The Shelter," and almost immediately things get heated among the newbies trying to make their mark for the first time. After the season's first challenge, a newcomer emerges into the most unpopular player in the game and must figure out how to handle being disliked by most everyone. And another rookie finds themselves at the crossroads of trying to stay loyal to the friendships she's made with having to deal with the pressure of an always fascinating part of this game. All of this occurs while a surprise is looming ahead that they don't have any idea about.
Ahead, DC SocialPulse will bring you all the action, reaction and interaction from all the castmates and Team MTV, along with all of the moments from this two-episode opening act from this past Wednesday. This also includes a nod to a Challenge legend in C.T., who was honored with his own Hall of Fame special airing as a pre-game to the premiere. And after the diary, we'll look at a transition of power that took place in the sports media business this week, and offer an appreciation for a job well done by one of sports' great broadcasters.
As we begin, again if you're checking us out for the first time, welcome on in and get comfortable around this site. DCBLOG offers fans of the MTV Trifecta a unique look at The Challenge, as well as Are You The One? and Real World. The 'Pulse is an signature feature offering a look at the other show that takes place concurrent to the madness of what we're seeing on TV. It's the social media interaction between cast members, alumni and fans that becomes equal to the big show as they wrap themselves around the communal viewing experience of watching themselves on TV.
Presented to you here each weekend to begin our weekly set of posts, these unique, exclusive running diaries are specially designed, curated and pieced together by yours truly in real-time - tweet by tweet and uncensored - to bring the hookups, drama, action and all else to you here. This is a service to all of you fans - both those who just want to relive the action, reaction and interaction in real time, or for the many who might not have experienced the buzz at the time of the episodes' ET airing and want to catch up in these diaries, posted to you here after it airs on MTV wherever you are.
This is only part of the DCBLOG Trifecta experience: with episode Wraps, thoughtful & in-depth analysis, and ExtraTime original stories, we go beyond the drama to cover the people and the stories that take you beyond the hype, the headlines and the hookups. And it's presented by this long-time MTV fan who loves these shows as much as you do, and now covers them on this blog.
Now, the following are the actual tweets of the cast, alumni and fans as we got to see the premiere, along with the buildup to, and the aftermath of, the premiere and of course episodes 1 & 2.
• As we begin, please note there is explicit language in many of the tweets below, but they are kept uncensored in order to retain the heat of the moment. So if you are mature enough, please read with discretion. :-)
• Plus, if you haven't watched the episode yet, then do not proceed with reading this post. But need not worry...DCBLOG will compile all of these tweets into these posts after every episode so you won't be in the dark of how your favorites saw this all unfold.
Betrayals, newbies and so much more. Join us after the jump for the 'Pulse of the The Challenge - Invasion of the Champions.
►CHALLENGE TUESDAY
@ChallengeMTV: It's the best time of the year: HAPPY CHALLENGE DAY!!! Are you ready for #TheChallengeInvasion? Watch the 2-HOUR premiere TONIGHT @ 9/8c! 🙌🙌 https://pbs.twimg.com/media/C4EpjyOW8AYTAGf.jpg
- @RealWorldMTV: It's going down tonight 💥
- @AREUTHE1: @ChallengeMTV The #AYTO kids will show how strong they truly are on TONIGHT's premiere of #TheChallengeInvasion 👊💥
- @JoeyAmoia716: @AREUTHE1 Hopefully they don't embarrass us like previous ayto cast on the challenge
- @TayloriasSecret: @AREUTHE1 go ahead and throw me on there thanks
@MTV_AMANDAG: THANK GOD CHALLENGE DAY IS HERE!!!! https://pbs.twimg.com/media/C4EiBDLUMAEJ5Oz.jpg
@iamtheophi: Before the @ChallengeMTV starts I have a #ChallengeSecret that I have to tell
@ChallengeMTV: Can Laurel keep up her perfect elimination record? Find out on the 2-HOUR premiere of #TheChallengeInvasion, TONIGHT @ 9/8c! 👽👑💵
@A_Bartolotte: TONIGHT 9/8 C https://pbs.twimg.com/media/C4EqmazUcAA4qhR.jpg
@lashtweets: In lieu of a preview podcast, here are my thoughts on #TheChallengeInvasion : great cast, great format, bad time slot for my schedule. #rhap
@shannanity: My Face when I saw the shelter... show finally premiers tonight at 9 #thechallenge… https://www.instagram.com/p/BQN1tBcAI5s/
@DannyWascou: Who's ready for #TheChallengeInvasion tonight at 9pm on #MTV?! Are you #TeamUnderdog or #TeamChampion?
@JennaCompono: A picture says a thousand words.. @kailah_casillas @t_raines33 https://pbs.twimg.com/media/C4E0m3aUMAALDHB.jpg
- @kailah_casillas: @JennaCompono time to pick a side 😈
@ChallengeMTV: Relive CT's "Hall of Fame" moments! The whole special premieres tonight @ 8:30/7:30c before #TheChallengeInvasion! 🙌 https://t.co/3vXnpPpi1K
@MTVjennifer: today is just one of those days i don't want to leave my puppy to go to work. i just want to stay in bed and cuddle with him all day😩😭
@CamilaMTV: Today is the day!!!💥☄️ It's INVASION TIME baby!!! #TheChallengeInvasion starts TONIGHT at 9/8c on @MTV! Who's excited?? I'll see you there!😘
@ImSarahRice: Wait, @braincandypod do we need to be in on this fantasy league? @ChallengeMTV @dgold189 @MTVASHLEYBROOKE @hbarfield13
@AshleyMarieMTV: The challenge is back and I guess so am I?! 🤔😜🤗 haha Who's excited for the 2 hour PREMIERE… https://www.instagram.com/p/BQN-JY9gqs1/
@NikaRashaun: It's finally here! @TheChallengeMTV tonight. Watch the craziness unfold 👀👀 #MTV #TheChallengeInvasion #askanika https://pbs.twimg.com/media/C4FHeg3UkAA6a4M.jpg
@ChallengeMTV: The Champs are getting twisted! Go check them out before the 2HOUR premiere of #TheChallengeInvasion 2nite @ 9/8c 🌀👑 http://bit.ly/2jYMJpm
@MTVBananas: MTV just made a huge mistake by allowing me to take over their Snapchat for the day! Snap: MTV #Jenga @CaraMariaMTV #TheChallengeInvasion
@observer: We will be on FB LIVE with @MTVBananas and @CaraMariaMTV from @ChallengeMTV in 15 minutes. Comment your questions! https://www.facebook.com/observer/
@banksy878: I'll probably be in bed tonight when the new @ChallengeMTV new season premieres but it will def be DVR'D #challengefam
@kailah_casillas: real question: would you rather be wallpaper of the season or be the most hated person in the game? which is worse? Lol
@YahooTV: Ask @MTVBananas & @CaraMariaMTV your q's LIVE on Facebook at 3:30PM ET: http://yhoo.it/2kEnv1p #TheChallengeInvasion @ChallengeMTV
@MTV: 😝 @MTVBananas and @CaraMariaMTV have taken over our Snapchat for #TheChallengeInvasion premiere day! 👻: MTV
@ChallengeMTV: Sign up for our Fantasy League b4 the premiere 2nite + pick an All Star lineup! You could win some sweet prizes 💫✨✈ http://on.mtv.com/2ks011u
@ChallengeMTV: .@MTVBananas + @CaraMariaMTV stopped by @BravoWWHL to sling some drinks with these lovely ladies!🍸 Check it out! http://bravo.ly/2kKbHNL
@braincandypod: So excited for tonight's #ChallengeInvasion premiere! @ImSarahRice has class so our LIVE Q&A will be on Thursdays. https://t.co/U460YriHGH
@YahooTV: Our Facebook LIVE w/ @ChallengeMTV stars @MTVBananas & @CaraMariaMTV will be starting late! We'll keep you posted: https://yhoo.it/2jZBj9L
@JazMTV: I'mjust giving my opinion as a viewer and former challenger.So hopefully nobody's feelings will get hurt #TheChallengeInvasion #commentary
@JazMTV: @JustJem24 you got somebody's info to watch tonight cause I'll text you mine. Can't have the QueenB of commentary not doing her job😘😍😘😍
@kailah_casillas: I just heard a @ChallengeMTV commercial on the radio 😱
@CamilaMTV: If you're not following me on #Snapchat yet... I mean... OBVIOUSLY ur missing out. 🙄😜 | camilamtv 👻
@heathermarter: My heart is heavy for New Orleans today & those affected by the tornados.
@MTVASHLEYBROOKE: Underdogs let's ride out this bish! 💪 #thechallengeinvasion #teamunderdogs… https://www.instagram.com/p/BQOZoFbAXnV/
@emilylongeretta: Have to share: @MTVBananas told me a lot of vets he'd love to see back, but one of his main was "Little D!" @DerrickMTV2 #TheChallenge
- @DerrickMTV2: @emilylongeretta 💣💣💣💣💣💣....Light em up
@kailah_casillas: "@hellaradallyb: @kailah_casillas wtf how are you the "most hated castmate" you were legit my fave lmaoo still are too ily queen " RT I honestly don't know 🤷🏻♀️ we'll find out tonight what everyone was sayin behind my back 👀👀👀👀
@ChallengeMTV: Tune in TONIGHT @ 9/8c to find out how u + your friends can watch #TheChallengeInvasion LIVE w/ a Challenge Champ! http://goo.gl/HiZjBY 👑 https://pbs.twimg.com/media/C4GAI20WEAAlYu0.jpg
- @ThatCoral: @ChallengeMTV CT says to Bananas "Dude, I said we were NOT smiling in the picture"
@kailah_casillas: If I had a dollar for the amount of times this week that I've been tagged under this meme 😂😂😂👏🏼👏🏼 https://pbs.twimg.com/media/C4GEX0nVcAA0H9q.jpg
@SylviaMTV: In honor of today! Let's flashback to the time we were forced to take pictures together! @BrunoGeeB #TheChallengeInvasion #SoCool https://pbs.twimg.com/media/C4GHIvoUcAAleVH.jpg
- @BrunoGeeB: @SylviaMTV So cool 😂 idk how you were able to fake that smile then 😘😘
- @SylviaMTV: @BrunoGeeB I don't know how we were able to stand in the same room but look at us now! #Adulting 😉😘
@CaraMariaMTV: SMACKDOWN! The invasion starts TONIGHT @mtvbananas @yahootv @MTV challengemtv https://www.instagram.com/p/BQOjGE1BCV3/
- @banksy878: @CaraMariaMTV Wooo
@NikaRashaun: Waiting to watch my second #MTV show appearance tonight like ... 👀💪🏾😏💚 9/8c… https://www.instagram.com/p/BQOjN18gWZs/
@ChallengeMTV: This has me SO excited for 2nite! Catch CT's "Hall of Fame" moments @ 8:30, & #TheChallengeInvasion premiere @ 9/8c!
@emilylongeretta: #TheChallenge Champs Talk New Generation, #AYTO Cast & More Before #Invasion Premiere https://hollywoodlife.com/2017/02/07/the-challenge-premiere-invasion-champs/ … @MTV
@TeaTimeWithToya: Tonight @9pm #TheChallengeInvasion
@MARIER0DA: Getting some facetime on @ChallengeMTV Instagram feed w @JennaCompono @shannanity @A_Bartolotte @t_raines33 #TheChallengeInvasion #underdogs
@iamtheophi: #ChallengeConfession it was I who threw up in the sink guys I'm sorry lmaoooo
- @BrunoGeeB: @iamtheophi And they blamed me lmfao this has to be the funniest thing ever. Bro when you told me 😂😂 @ChallengeMTV
- @iamtheophi: @BrunoGeeB @ChallengeMTV hahahaha
- @SylviaMTV: @iamtheophi OMGOSH!!! Seriously... The truth is out!
- @MTVASHLEYBROOKE: @iamtheophi you mother effer 😂😂
@CaraMariaMTV: "@KarieRene: Idc how small @CaraMariaMTV is, I wouldn't fuck with her. She'd kick my ass. #TheChallengeInvasion #trailers" RT I'm a lover not a fighter :)
@CaraMariaMTV: "@ktlnflnngn: Having a @ChallengeMTV fan girl day at work with @MTVBananas and @CaraMariaMTV 🙃🙂 " RT thanks for having us!
@CamilaMTV: Getting ready for the premier of #TheChallengeInvasion w/ a quick outdoor workout #CHAMPstyle #cantstopwontstop 💥✊️💦 | @mtv @ChallengeMTV https://pbs.twimg.com/media/C4GZVc3VUAAxKph.jpg
@JazMTV: @TeaTimeWithToya @MARIER0DA my little one is #teamtoya #teammarie #ChallengeInvasion
- @MARIER0DA: @JazMTV @JazMTV OMG 😍😍😍😍😍
@CaraMariaMTV: Guess who is taking over MTV's INSTAGRAM LIVEEEE tonight during the premier of @ChallengeMTV ? A red head and a fruit. WATCH WITH US LIVE
- @iamtheophi: Only a few hours left until the premiere of challengemtv : INVASION 9/8 CT 😤😈 https://www.instagram.com/p/BQOrsZBDgff/
@MARIER0DA: Me AF right now. #TheChallengeInvasion
@MARIER0DA: @ChallengeMTV Getting ready for the premiere like.....👑 #TheChallengeInvasion
@people: #TheChallenge champs rip into this season's Invasion underdogs: 'Look at these little cupcakes' http://peoplem.ag/8SwcPW2
- @ChallengeMTV: @people Who doesn't love cupcakes though?! 🍰 #TheChallengeInvasion
@MARIER0DA: How I catch feelings vs. how I move on.. https://pbs.twimg.com/media/C4Gn7xfUkAAFqJB.jpg
- @IWantMyEmTV: @MARIER0DA Same
@lauraleeewaller: It's Challenge night🎉 ✔ Wine ✔ popcorn #TeamLaToya @TeaTimeWithToya #TeamMarie @MARIER0DA #STT #TheChallengeInvasion
- @TeaTimeWithToya: @lauraleeewaller Looove that check list sis ❤
- @lauraleeewaller: @TeaTimeWithToya that's all I need in my life tonight!!
- @TeaTimeWithToya: @lauraleeewaller wish I was right beside you 😩😂
@shannanity: One Hour Away #mtv #thechallengeinvasion @ Krabi, Thailand https://www.instagram.com/p/BQO0z29A80r/
@JustJem24: I can't wait to see which newbies I hate. 🙃😊.
►HALL OF FAME: CT
►AFTER HOURS
Well, Real World Cancun alum (and new movie star) Emilee as well as buddy Andrew Kirk and I agree on one thing: this was the best premiere of a Challenge in a while. We saw two players emerge as those who became disliked for their actions in the Shelter: Kailah in making her name known there in the same manner we saw her on Twitter in the lead-up to this season and on her Real World in aligning with the drama-free Jenna, Tony and a few others. The other was Sylvia, whose move of going with the alliance after the season's first mission saw her break bonds with her Real World Skeletons cast, and ultimately sending one of her castmates home when Bruno lost to Tony in the guys' elimination. And Staten Island was in the news in this episode with Nicole winning that first Challenge to gain entry into the Oasis along with Dario, and Marie losing the other elimination to Kailah - no doubt making her one to watch this season.
Now, if you're seeking more on this premiere...need not worry. The original portions of our weekly coverage -- that is, the recap, fantasy scoring, polls and stories relating to this season's cast -- is on DC WRAP... That will come your way early next week before Week 2 in Thailand. Now, let's digress for a moment and turn outside the Trifecta...
While Bob will be dearly missed on the host chair - and considering what happened recently in the nation's capital, you simply can't ask for a better or smoother transition than with Costas passing over his Olympic hosting job to Mike Tirico. One versatile broadcaster who's been the best sportscaster of his generation for as long as I've been around, now passing the torch to one who's already had a great career and is on the verge of greater things, and also is appreciative of Mike's broad resume.
This move echoes what happened in 2009 at NBC Sports' other high-profile property of the NFL: when John Madden retired from Sunday Night Football after a classic Super Bowl XLIII, Collinsworth was brought in from the studio to take over alongside Al Michaels. That transition was likened by those at NBC as "going from Joe DiMaggio to Mickey Mantle," and SNF has remained the gold standard among NFL broadcasts, much the same way as the Olympics and all of NBC Sports' content over the years are around the industry.
That chair will no doubt be in great hands going forward with the network's long-term Olympic partnership stretching over the next decade. And while it came as a little bit of a surprise to some that this move has come a little earlier than planned as it was thought this was going to occur at the 2020 Tokyo Summer Games, it's no surprise Mike Tirico has earned his moment to debut in a year from now in South Korea, and Bob Costas has earned his place as the best of all time in sports television.
We are just warming up on our weekly trek TIMES TWO of the MTV Trifecta at DCBLOG. Now that we've brought you the 'Pulse of this Challenge Invasion premiere, we'll take an opportunity to catch our breath and prepare to bring you the other half of the week in the Trifecta, as tomorrow we'll delve into Are You The One? as Team 22 is put through the ringer of a lie detector. Plus, join two MTV alums as they try their luck to win money while most of you aren't at home, and find out about the strong ties among some of this season's Challengers before setting foot in Thailand.
In the meantime, not only is this weekend our first one of this cycle providing double coverage of the Trifecta, it's also Grammy Weekend, as music's best are taking center stage in Los Angeles. Make sure to join me over at DCNOW @DC408DxNow for a Grammy weekend edition of DC Playlist either tonight or tomorrow depending upon the blog schedule, all leading up to the big show taking place on Sunday, starting at 6:30PM Eastern/3:30PM Pacific from the Staples Center in L.A.
Thank you for checking out the 'Pulse of the Premiere of The Challenge Invasion, and be sure to join us tomorrow when DCBLOG's coverage of the MTV Trifecta continues. Make it a great weekend.
- I AM DC
As we begin, again if you're checking us out for the first time, welcome on in and get comfortable around this site. DCBLOG offers fans of the MTV Trifecta a unique look at The Challenge, as well as Are You The One? and Real World. The 'Pulse is an signature feature offering a look at the other show that takes place concurrent to the madness of what we're seeing on TV. It's the social media interaction between cast members, alumni and fans that becomes equal to the big show as they wrap themselves around the communal viewing experience of watching themselves on TV.
Presented to you here each weekend to begin our weekly set of posts, these unique, exclusive running diaries are specially designed, curated and pieced together by yours truly in real-time - tweet by tweet and uncensored - to bring the hookups, drama, action and all else to you here. This is a service to all of you fans - both those who just want to relive the action, reaction and interaction in real time, or for the many who might not have experienced the buzz at the time of the episodes' ET airing and want to catch up in these diaries, posted to you here after it airs on MTV wherever you are.
This is only part of the DCBLOG Trifecta experience: with episode Wraps, thoughtful & in-depth analysis, and ExtraTime original stories, we go beyond the drama to cover the people and the stories that take you beyond the hype, the headlines and the hookups. And it's presented by this long-time MTV fan who loves these shows as much as you do, and now covers them on this blog.
Now, the following are the actual tweets of the cast, alumni and fans as we got to see the premiere, along with the buildup to, and the aftermath of, the premiere and of course episodes 1 & 2.
• As we begin, please note there is explicit language in many of the tweets below, but they are kept uncensored in order to retain the heat of the moment. So if you are mature enough, please read with discretion. :-)
• Plus, if you haven't watched the episode yet, then do not proceed with reading this post. But need not worry...DCBLOG will compile all of these tweets into these posts after every episode so you won't be in the dark of how your favorites saw this all unfold.
Betrayals, newbies and so much more. Join us after the jump for the 'Pulse of the The Challenge - Invasion of the Champions.
►CHALLENGE TUESDAY
@ChallengeMTV: It's the best time of the year: HAPPY CHALLENGE DAY!!! Are you ready for #TheChallengeInvasion? Watch the 2-HOUR premiere TONIGHT @ 9/8c! 🙌🙌 https://pbs.twimg.com/media/C4EpjyOW8AYTAGf.jpg
- @RealWorldMTV: It's going down tonight 💥
- @AREUTHE1: @ChallengeMTV The #AYTO kids will show how strong they truly are on TONIGHT's premiere of #TheChallengeInvasion 👊💥
- @JoeyAmoia716: @AREUTHE1 Hopefully they don't embarrass us like previous ayto cast on the challenge
- @TayloriasSecret: @AREUTHE1 go ahead and throw me on there thanks
@MTV_AMANDAG: THANK GOD CHALLENGE DAY IS HERE!!!! https://pbs.twimg.com/media/C4EiBDLUMAEJ5Oz.jpg
@iamtheophi: Before the @ChallengeMTV starts I have a #ChallengeSecret that I have to tell
@ChallengeMTV: Can Laurel keep up her perfect elimination record? Find out on the 2-HOUR premiere of #TheChallengeInvasion, TONIGHT @ 9/8c! 👽👑💵
@A_Bartolotte: TONIGHT 9/8 C https://pbs.twimg.com/media/C4EqmazUcAA4qhR.jpg
@lashtweets: In lieu of a preview podcast, here are my thoughts on #TheChallengeInvasion : great cast, great format, bad time slot for my schedule. #rhap
@shannanity: My Face when I saw the shelter... show finally premiers tonight at 9 #thechallenge… https://www.instagram.com/p/BQN1tBcAI5s/
@DannyWascou: Who's ready for #TheChallengeInvasion tonight at 9pm on #MTV?! Are you #TeamUnderdog or #TeamChampion?
@JennaCompono: A picture says a thousand words.. @kailah_casillas @t_raines33 https://pbs.twimg.com/media/C4E0m3aUMAALDHB.jpg
- @kailah_casillas: @JennaCompono time to pick a side 😈
@ChallengeMTV: Relive CT's "Hall of Fame" moments! The whole special premieres tonight @ 8:30/7:30c before #TheChallengeInvasion! 🙌 https://t.co/3vXnpPpi1K
@MTVjennifer: today is just one of those days i don't want to leave my puppy to go to work. i just want to stay in bed and cuddle with him all day😩😭
@CamilaMTV: Today is the day!!!💥☄️ It's INVASION TIME baby!!! #TheChallengeInvasion starts TONIGHT at 9/8c on @MTV! Who's excited?? I'll see you there!😘
@ImSarahRice: Wait, @braincandypod do we need to be in on this fantasy league? @ChallengeMTV @dgold189 @MTVASHLEYBROOKE @hbarfield13
@AshleyMarieMTV: The challenge is back and I guess so am I?! 🤔😜🤗 haha Who's excited for the 2 hour PREMIERE… https://www.instagram.com/p/BQN-JY9gqs1/
@NikaRashaun: It's finally here! @TheChallengeMTV tonight. Watch the craziness unfold 👀👀 #MTV #TheChallengeInvasion #askanika https://pbs.twimg.com/media/C4FHeg3UkAA6a4M.jpg
@ChallengeMTV: The Champs are getting twisted! Go check them out before the 2HOUR premiere of #TheChallengeInvasion 2nite @ 9/8c 🌀👑 http://bit.ly/2jYMJpm
@MTVBananas: MTV just made a huge mistake by allowing me to take over their Snapchat for the day! Snap: MTV #Jenga @CaraMariaMTV #TheChallengeInvasion
@observer: We will be on FB LIVE with @MTVBananas and @CaraMariaMTV from @ChallengeMTV in 15 minutes. Comment your questions! https://www.facebook.com/observer/
@banksy878: I'll probably be in bed tonight when the new @ChallengeMTV new season premieres but it will def be DVR'D #challengefam
@kailah_casillas: real question: would you rather be wallpaper of the season or be the most hated person in the game? which is worse? Lol
@YahooTV: Ask @MTVBananas & @CaraMariaMTV your q's LIVE on Facebook at 3:30PM ET: http://yhoo.it/2kEnv1p #TheChallengeInvasion @ChallengeMTV
@MTV: 😝 @MTVBananas and @CaraMariaMTV have taken over our Snapchat for #TheChallengeInvasion premiere day! 👻: MTV
@ChallengeMTV: Sign up for our Fantasy League b4 the premiere 2nite + pick an All Star lineup! You could win some sweet prizes 💫✨✈ http://on.mtv.com/2ks011u
@ChallengeMTV: .@MTVBananas + @CaraMariaMTV stopped by @BravoWWHL to sling some drinks with these lovely ladies!🍸 Check it out! http://bravo.ly/2kKbHNL
@braincandypod: So excited for tonight's #ChallengeInvasion premiere! @ImSarahRice has class so our LIVE Q&A will be on Thursdays. https://t.co/U460YriHGH
@YahooTV: Our Facebook LIVE w/ @ChallengeMTV stars @MTVBananas & @CaraMariaMTV will be starting late! We'll keep you posted: https://yhoo.it/2jZBj9L
@JazMTV: I'mjust giving my opinion as a viewer and former challenger.So hopefully nobody's feelings will get hurt #TheChallengeInvasion #commentary
@JazMTV: @JustJem24 you got somebody's info to watch tonight cause I'll text you mine. Can't have the QueenB of commentary not doing her job😘😍😘😍
@kailah_casillas: I just heard a @ChallengeMTV commercial on the radio 😱
@CamilaMTV: If you're not following me on #Snapchat yet... I mean... OBVIOUSLY ur missing out. 🙄😜 | camilamtv 👻
@heathermarter: My heart is heavy for New Orleans today & those affected by the tornados.
@MTVASHLEYBROOKE: Underdogs let's ride out this bish! 💪 #thechallengeinvasion #teamunderdogs… https://www.instagram.com/p/BQOZoFbAXnV/
@emilylongeretta: Have to share: @MTVBananas told me a lot of vets he'd love to see back, but one of his main was "Little D!" @DerrickMTV2 #TheChallenge
- @DerrickMTV2: @emilylongeretta 💣💣💣💣💣💣....Light em up
@kailah_casillas: "@hellaradallyb: @kailah_casillas wtf how are you the "most hated castmate" you were legit my fave lmaoo still are too ily queen " RT I honestly don't know 🤷🏻♀️ we'll find out tonight what everyone was sayin behind my back 👀👀👀👀
@ChallengeMTV: Tune in TONIGHT @ 9/8c to find out how u + your friends can watch #TheChallengeInvasion LIVE w/ a Challenge Champ! http://goo.gl/HiZjBY 👑 https://pbs.twimg.com/media/C4GAI20WEAAlYu0.jpg
- @ThatCoral: @ChallengeMTV CT says to Bananas "Dude, I said we were NOT smiling in the picture"
@kailah_casillas: If I had a dollar for the amount of times this week that I've been tagged under this meme 😂😂😂👏🏼👏🏼 https://pbs.twimg.com/media/C4GEX0nVcAA0H9q.jpg
@SylviaMTV: In honor of today! Let's flashback to the time we were forced to take pictures together! @BrunoGeeB #TheChallengeInvasion #SoCool https://pbs.twimg.com/media/C4GHIvoUcAAleVH.jpg
- @BrunoGeeB: @SylviaMTV So cool 😂 idk how you were able to fake that smile then 😘😘
- @SylviaMTV: @BrunoGeeB I don't know how we were able to stand in the same room but look at us now! #Adulting 😉😘
@CaraMariaMTV: SMACKDOWN! The invasion starts TONIGHT @mtvbananas @yahootv @MTV challengemtv https://www.instagram.com/p/BQOjGE1BCV3/
- @banksy878: @CaraMariaMTV Wooo
@NikaRashaun: Waiting to watch my second #MTV show appearance tonight like ... 👀💪🏾😏💚 9/8c… https://www.instagram.com/p/BQOjN18gWZs/
@ChallengeMTV: This has me SO excited for 2nite! Catch CT's "Hall of Fame" moments @ 8:30, & #TheChallengeInvasion premiere @ 9/8c!
@emilylongeretta: #TheChallenge Champs Talk New Generation, #AYTO Cast & More Before #Invasion Premiere https://hollywoodlife.com/2017/02/07/the-challenge-premiere-invasion-champs/ … @MTV
@TeaTimeWithToya: Tonight @9pm #TheChallengeInvasion
@MARIER0DA: Getting some facetime on @ChallengeMTV Instagram feed w @JennaCompono @shannanity @A_Bartolotte @t_raines33 #TheChallengeInvasion #underdogs
@iamtheophi: #ChallengeConfession it was I who threw up in the sink guys I'm sorry lmaoooo
- @BrunoGeeB: @iamtheophi And they blamed me lmfao this has to be the funniest thing ever. Bro when you told me 😂😂 @ChallengeMTV
- @iamtheophi: @BrunoGeeB @ChallengeMTV hahahaha
- @SylviaMTV: @iamtheophi OMGOSH!!! Seriously... The truth is out!
- @MTVASHLEYBROOKE: @iamtheophi you mother effer 😂😂
@CaraMariaMTV: "@KarieRene: Idc how small @CaraMariaMTV is, I wouldn't fuck with her. She'd kick my ass. #TheChallengeInvasion #trailers" RT I'm a lover not a fighter :)
@CaraMariaMTV: "@ktlnflnngn: Having a @ChallengeMTV fan girl day at work with @MTVBananas and @CaraMariaMTV 🙃🙂 " RT thanks for having us!
@CamilaMTV: Getting ready for the premier of #TheChallengeInvasion w/ a quick outdoor workout #CHAMPstyle #cantstopwontstop 💥✊️💦 | @mtv @ChallengeMTV https://pbs.twimg.com/media/C4GZVc3VUAAxKph.jpg
@JazMTV: @TeaTimeWithToya @MARIER0DA my little one is #teamtoya #teammarie #ChallengeInvasion
- @MARIER0DA: @JazMTV @JazMTV OMG 😍😍😍😍😍
@CaraMariaMTV: Guess who is taking over MTV's INSTAGRAM LIVEEEE tonight during the premier of @ChallengeMTV ? A red head and a fruit. WATCH WITH US LIVE
- @iamtheophi: Only a few hours left until the premiere of challengemtv : INVASION 9/8 CT 😤😈 https://www.instagram.com/p/BQOrsZBDgff/
@MARIER0DA: Me AF right now. #TheChallengeInvasion
@MARIER0DA: @ChallengeMTV Getting ready for the premiere like.....👑 #TheChallengeInvasion
@people: #TheChallenge champs rip into this season's Invasion underdogs: 'Look at these little cupcakes' http://peoplem.ag/8SwcPW2
- @ChallengeMTV: @people Who doesn't love cupcakes though?! 🍰 #TheChallengeInvasion
@MARIER0DA: How I catch feelings vs. how I move on.. https://pbs.twimg.com/media/C4Gn7xfUkAAFqJB.jpg
- @IWantMyEmTV: @MARIER0DA Same
@lauraleeewaller: It's Challenge night🎉 ✔ Wine ✔ popcorn #TeamLaToya @TeaTimeWithToya #TeamMarie @MARIER0DA #STT #TheChallengeInvasion
- @TeaTimeWithToya: @lauraleeewaller Looove that check list sis ❤
- @lauraleeewaller: @TeaTimeWithToya that's all I need in my life tonight!!
- @TeaTimeWithToya: @lauraleeewaller wish I was right beside you 😩😂
@shannanity: One Hour Away #mtv #thechallengeinvasion @ Krabi, Thailand https://www.instagram.com/p/BQO0z29A80r/
@JustJem24: I can't wait to see which newbies I hate. 🙃😊.
►HALL OF FAME: CT
@ChallengeMTV: Tune in to @MTV to see CT's "Hall of Fame" moments followed by the premiere of #TheChallengeInvasion! You don't wanna miss this #CTSpecial 🙌
@shannanity: CT hall of fame is about to happen!!!!
@ChallengeMTV: The man, the myth, the LEGEND! @TheOfficial_CT is COMING! 👏 #TheChallengeInvasion
@ChallengeMTV: The look on @MTVBananas face says it all: he KNEW he was 'bouta be f*kd 😂 🍌🎒 #TheChallengeInvasion https://pbs.twimg.com/media/C4Gy08cWAAAJv1T.jpg
@shannanity: @TinaBarta!!! Gurl!!! You on TV.... again
@madiwadi2by4: Invasionnnnnnnnnn
@ChallengeMTV: Is this STILL the greatest #Challenge moment of all time? 🤔 What's your favorite memory of CT? 🐐 #TheChallengeInvasion
@ChallengeMTV: CT says: "cash me out side, how bow dah!?" 😭👊
@ChallengeMTV: He put the team on his back... LITERALLY! 💪 #CTTheBeast #TheChallengeInvasion
@ChallengeMTV: Watch out, the PAIN TRAIN is coming through! CHOO CHOO! 💥🚂 #TheChallengeInvasion
@ChallengeMTV: Those moves. I'M.SHOOK. 😂 #TheChallengeInvasion
@ChallengeMTV: BRB BAWLING MY EYES OUT 😭😭😭 #RIPDiem We miss you #DiemBrown #TheChallengeInvasion
@ChallengeMTV: I've never been so jealous of a swimsuit in my life! 😍 #TheChallengeInvasion
@BrunoGeeB: Holy shit... timeline is on blow up. I just left work ahah oh boy #thechallengeinvasion @ChallengeMTV
@ChallengeMTV: Do NOT try this at home. ESPECIALLY if you're name is Adam 🙈 #TheChallengeInvasion
@ChallengeMTV: This #CTSpecial is all I need in life right now (oh yeah, and the premiere of #TheChallengeInvasion next! 😜)
@HollywoodLife: Are you following us on Instagram? @CamilaMTV is taking over our stories all through #thechallenge https://pbs.twimg.com/media/C4G11JZUcAETRJG.jpg
@amazedbykay: oh my goodness... who is watching @MTV right now? That boy was running from CT 👀🙃😂
@Dario_medrano_: Tonight @10 the challenge is back!!! https://pbs.twimg.com/media/C4G2D2zUYAMjYnD.jpg
@ChallengeMTV: CT, they hate you cause they ain't you #TheChallengeInvasion
@ChallengeMTV: Excuse me while I pick my jaw up off the floor 😳 #TheChallengeInvasion
@ChallengeMTV: Don't forget modest 😉 #CTTheFlirt #TheChallengeInvasion (GIF: "I am rather handsome and charming")
@t_raines33: Kick back and get ready to enjoy the 2-hour premiere of #TheChallengeInvasion on MTV https://pbs.twimg.com/media/C4G3Gs-VYAEvm88.jpg
@ChallengeMTV: They are all the #goals 💞 #RIPDiem we miss you every day! 💞 https://pbs.twimg.com/media/C4G2zcvUMAI4J-T.jpg
@JazMTV: Watching CT and Diem having their first kiss!! Omg😥😥😥 So emotional. Missing Diem #ripdiem
@shannanity: Fun Fact - I've puked every show I've done
@t_raines33: Much respect to the legend @TheOfficial_CT #ChallengeHallOfFame #TheChallengeInvasion https://pbs.twimg.com/media/C4G4A6IUkAII2i0.jpg
- @ChallengeMTV: @t_raines33 Happy Challenge Day brotha 👏 #TheChallengeInvasion
@ChallengeMTV: Say what you want, but numbers don't lie! Pretty damn impressive 👏 #TheChallengeInvasion (GIF: 21 Individual Wins, 1 Final Win)
@banksy878: I can tell you first hand @TheOfficial_CT is a beast😥 #TheChallengeInvasion
@TeaTimeWithToya: 😩🙈🙊📺OMG 5minutes until take off #TheChallengeInvasion @mtv @MARIER0DA @shannanity @MTVASHLEYBROOKE @MTV_AMANDAG @SylviaMTV @askanikaTV
@shannanity: Where's Rachel?
@ChallengeMTV: After watching this trip down memory lane, this is all I have to say... (GIF: Diem - "CT's a good boy")
@ChallengeMTV: We hope you enjoyed this #CTSpecial and all his "Hall of Fame" moments! Don't go anywhere, #TheChallengeInvasion starts next! 🐶👑👽 (GIF: "It's special, ya know?")
►AS THEY SAW IT: PREMIERE HOUR 1 - "Gimme Shelter"
@ChallengeMTV: Alright everybody it's the moment you've all been waiting for. #TheChallengeInvasion starts NOW! 🙌 (GIF: Cory - "This is a dream come true.")
@ChallengeMTV: What do you think, is this @MTVCoryWharton's year? 🤔 #TheChallengeInvasion (GIF: "I think I could be the champion?")
@ChallengeMTV: Never change, @JennaCompono 😂💞 #TheChallengeInvasion (GIF: Jenna pulls up world map and thinks Thailand is located on the moon when in reality it's located in southeast Asia)
@ChallengeMTV: Can we get an instant replay!? This #Underdog really got off on the wrong foot @NikaRashaun! 😂😭 #TheChallengeInvasion
- @NikaRashaun: @ChallengeMTV LMFAOOOO
@TheShaneRaines: Watching the big brother @t_raines33 on my tv screen 🤙🏼🤙🏼#TheChallengeInvasion
@ChallengeMTV: Oh, sweet, sweet @NikaRashaun, you have no idea what's in store 😈 #TheChallengeInvasion (GIF: "What the heck did I get myself into?")
@JazMTV: So many new faces #TheChallengeInvasion damnnn I've been out for awhile watching the challenge
@ChallengeMTV: Welcome back, @shannanity! Did you know: Shane holds the record for the longest gap between Challenges? 🙌 #TheChallengeInvasion
@ChallengeMTV: TFW you expect an #Oasis, but you get a #Shelter 😱 #TheChallengeInvasion
@BombshellChels: Thailand is my dream vacation, but this is clearly no vacation 😳😂 #TheChallengeInvasion
@CamilaMTV: #TheChallengeInvasion starts NOW. 🤘✊️ #teamCHAMPS #teamCamila https://pbs.twimg.com/media/C4G6mrRUkAAh3zU.jpg
@A_Bartolotte: Fuck that shelter
@MTVtrey: Tonight be sure to cheer on my girls @TeaTimeWithToya and @MARIER0DA #TheChallengeInvasion #TeamSTT @mtv
@JazMTV: Love @n_zanattaMTV miss texting you!!! Your going to be great on this
- @n_zanattaMTV: @JazMTV Hey girl!!!! Let's get it 😝
@ftwgiovanni: Can't watch this shit, boycotting until my season is casted
@shannanity: @iamtheophi - your wrong for that... hahah rewind
@ChallengeMTV: Yeah, @MTVCoryWharton, better watch out for that #ZincaVirus 🙄😭 (GIF: "I'm out here prayin' not to get the Zinca virus")
@ChallengeMTV: Eyes on the prize @TeaTimeWithToya 💵👀 #TheChallengeInvasion (GIF: "I am here for the money.")
@ftwgiovanni: All these has beens, camera whores and filler characters
@ChallengeMTV: It seems @t_raines33's biggest obstacle is himself. Can he turn around his attitude and up his game? 🤔 #TheChallengeInvasion (GIF: "I couldn't really control myself")
@ChallengeMTV: The #popoffqueen is BACK! @MTV_AMANDAG 👏👏👏 #TheChallengeInvasion (GIF: "I wanna come out and kick some ass")
@ChallengeMTV: Trying to escape responsibilties like... 👋 #TheChallengeInvasion (GIF: Dario - "I wanna go in the ocean, maybe swim away back to America")
@JazMTV: Fukkk that on the living situation, where's the bouje bar!! 😜😜😜😜🍺🍺🍸🍸🍸
@ChallengeMTV: When @tjlavin shows up, that can only mean one thing... #TheChallenge is officially BACK, PEOPLE! 🙌🙌🙌 (GIF: Amanda - "Thank God!")
@TeaTimeWithToya: S/o to the single moms ✊🏾🐶#petparentsrule 😜
@CamilaMTV: What was that cory? The 'zinca' virus? 😂 @MTVCoryWharton
- @MTVCoryWharton:
@CamilaMTV you never have heard of the Zinca ??
- @CamilaMTV: @MTVCoryWharton you mean ZIKA? 😂😘 and I thought I was the immigrant 🙏
@MTVBananas: The CHAMPS are coming 💀💀💀💀 #TheChallengeInvasion #TeamBananas #champs @MTV @ChallengeMTV https://pbs.twimg.com/media/C4G7TNcWIAERrxV.jpg
@mtvrrdarrell: That house is dope !! 🏖 lmfao @mtvchallenge @MTVCoryWharton @MTV_NellyT #TheChallengeInvasion #thechallenge
@JustJem24: TJ walked in like who the fuckkkk are these lames 😂.
@BrunoGeeB: So weird being on tv again @ChallengeMTV #TheChallengeInvasion blessed 🤙🏽
@CodyThrive: Dude that shelter would have cost 50k on stranded!!! These ungrateful little pricks. #TheChallengeInvasion #MTVStranded
@ChallengeMTV: I guess that's one way to win a Challenge @MTVASHLEYBROOKE 😭 #TheChallengeInvasion (GIF: "I'm gonna kill all these people.")
@ChallengeMTV: When TJ says there's going to be more twists and surpises along the way... 🌀😬 #TheChallengeInvasion (GIF: Theo - "That's classic")
@MTV: Hey Challenge fans! Tweet #TheChallengeInvasion 10k times to unlock a chance to watch an episode with a Champ at your house!
@BringMeYourTorc: Damn, it's good to see our friend @kailah_casillas on #TheChallengeInvasion! This is, without a doubt, the first of many seasons for her!
@ChallengeMTV: Retweet if you have GOOSEBUMPS! 😱😱😱 #TheChallengeInvasion (GIF of Champ Cam, scenes of champions training)
@ChallengeMTV: 👏I CAN'T WAIT UNTIL THE #UNDERDOGS SEE THESE #CHAMPS WALK IN! #TheChallengeInvasion
@MTVjennifer: rooting for my #RWBadBlood roomies! @NikaRashaun & @iamtheophi #TheChallengeInvasion
@n_zanattaMTV: Whose watching the invasion?!? Let me know!! #invasion #thechallenge
@ftwgiovanni: MTV doesn't produce real competitors anymore, just "divas" and these little prissy bitch made "men"
@tjlavin: ❤RT @samanthajoxoxo: @ChallengeMTV @tjlavin better be hosting the challenge till he's in his 90's 🙏
@hbarfield13: The champs are training... what underdogs are going to be ready? #invasion #TheChallengeInvasion #invasion #mtvthechallenge29
@shannanity: @MTVASHLEYBROOKE @SylviaMTV @MARIER0DA @TeaTimeWithToya so far so good ladies....
- @TeaTimeWithToya: @shannanity @MTVASHLEYBROOKE @SylviaMTV @MARIER0DA give God the glory 😂😂🙌🏾
@JennaCompono: Leave it to me to know my geography 🙄
@ftwgiovanni: Don't call me when you can't milk your geriatric "champions" anymore and you actually need some talent #TheChallengeInvasion
@lauraleeewaller: Feeling old.... who are half of these people?! @ChallengeMTV #TheChallengeInvasion
@JustJem24: Somebody get these kids some booze. I'm bored
@MTVBananas: Me and @CaraMariaMTV have taken over the @MTV Snapchat and Instagram accts... Live NOW!!! #TheChallengeInvasion
@TeaTimeWithToya: My Bish @MARIER0DA!!!! 💁🏽
@shannanity: I love @MTV_NellyT
@ChallengeMTV: Bruh, step your game up @A_Bartolotte 😂 #TheChallengeInvasion (GIF: people asking, "Are you a big 'Bumble'-er?" and "Are you on Tinder?" Anthony "No.")
@shannanity: Xoxox @hbarfield13
@BrunoGeeB: @n_zanattaMTV I forever got you babygirl @ChallengeMTV
@ChallengeMTV: Me after hearing @n_zanattaMTV's story 😭 #TheChallengeInvasion
@TeaTimeWithToya: The challenge sad as hell tonight 👀😥😆
@TeaTimeWithToya: You are now tuned into #thechallenge : The young & the restless
@shannanity: I'm sorry @n_zanattaMTV 😩
@ChallengeMTV: Are you #TeamUnderdog? It's their time to come up! 👏👏👏 #TheChallengeInvasion (GIF: Amanda - "This underdog's gonna come up.")
@MTVBananas: I can't believe Andy Dicks girlfriend broke up with him for going on the challenge?! @n_zanattaMTV #TheChallengeInvasion @MTV
- @n_zanattaMTV: @MTVBananas Hahahaha ohhhh sweetie you know Andy moves on fast🤣
@JustJem24: I'm not here for all these problems. 20 mins in, we should be having a damn welcome to the challenge toast not crying over regrets and exes
@ChallengeMTV: LOL @iamtheophi's pep-talk to himself is adorable 😩 #TheChallengeInvasion (GIF: "You gotta win, dog. You got to.")
@shannanity: @hbarfield13 @n_zanattaMTV we're the sob stories so far
- @hbarfield13: @shannanity @n_zanattaMTV lol yes
- @n_zanattaMTV: @hbarfield13 @shannanity hahahah boys boys boys 💋💋
@JustJem24: Sylvia is precious
@mtvrrdarrell: That bed set up tho 🙌🏽 @shannanity @MTV_AMANDAG @MTVASHLEYBROOKE💯#mtvchallenge mtvchallenge #TheChallengeInvasion
- @MTVASHLEYBROOKE: @mtvrrdarrell I hate you. lol Kim says heyyyyy
- @shannanity: @mtvrrdarrell @MTV_AMANDAG @MTVASHLEYBROOKE we were waiting for your ass to show up and fart
@JustJem24: Sylvia is precious
@kailah_casillas: Lol. Well hello, there's my ass on TV 😂
@ChallengeMTV: That's how we celebrate the return of America's fifth major sport! 🍻 #TheChallengeInvasion (GIF: Cory - "I'm bringin' out the bottles, we're turnin' up tonight.")
@ChallengeMTV: A new generation is trying to make their mark, but little do they know what is waiting in the wings... 💪👽👑 #TheChallengeInvasion (GIF: Tony - "Out with the old, and in with the new.")
@BrunoGeeB: Bruno turns the effff up @ChallengeMTV #TheChallengeInvasion surprise surprise ahah
@ChallengeMTV: And GREAT it will be! 🙌 #TheChallengeInvasion (GIF: Zach on Champ-Cam - "The only reason I'm coming back is I gotta make The Challenge great again.")
@BombshellChels: That cheers was pretty legit @t_raines33 😂 #TheChallengeInvasion
@NoQuittersPod: Tony doing the Bananas toast was the most growth I've seen out of a Challenge competitor in all my life
@MTVBananas: Always trust a bottle of Vodka you find in an outhouse on a deserted island! #TheChallengeInvasion
@JustJem24: I'm so here for @MTVASHLEYBROOKE btw. She's a realllllllll one
- @MTVASHLEYBROOKE: @JustJem24 Awww 😍😍😍
@JennaCompono: We have no idea how long we are living out here!!!
@JustJem24: "@charles_561: @JustJem24 they are trying to get us to know the underdogs. You'd have one too if you showed up." RT Yeah I'd be crying the booze took so long to come
- @JazMTV: @JustJem24 hell yea you know we would have been bothering production about liquor lol
@tatanxsha: Watching the Champ Cam and these Underdogs have no idea what's in store for them @ChallengeMTV #TheChallengeInvasion
@BombshellChels: I know Zach is a cheater and sucks but that boy is fine lmaoo #TheChallengeInvasion
@shannanity: @SylviaMTV thanks for being my nakie baby
@n_zanattaMTV: @BrunoGeeB and I thought they'd never get it!!! Ahhh bruno thank you again for everything and being amazing love you forever
@kailah_casillas: talkin shit already! let's gooooo. atleast I didn't go naked 🤷🏻♀️
@n_zanattaMTV: "@kelseynagy29: @n_zanattaMTV You shouldn't have to choose like that. You're a beautiful strong woman & can't wait to see what you bring to this Challenge!" RT It's okay it's all gone....wishing her the best nothing less!!!
@banksy878: This show needs champs #TheChallengeInvasion
@A_Bartolotte: Damn straight
@MTVBananas: I taught you well young grasshopper 🍻 #ChallengeToast @t_raines33 #TheChallengeInvasion @ChallengeMTV
@ChallengeMTV: Cory chasing after the ladies like what else is new! You a #UnderDOG 😂🐶🙄 #TheChallengeInvasion
@MTVjennifer: lmao shocking😂
@ChallengeMTV: OK @iamtheophi has me WEAK right now! 😂😂😂 #TheChallengeInvasion
- @iamtheophi: @ChallengeMTV Lmaoooo 😂😂
@MTV_AMANDAG: Fuck I can't live tweet cuz I was late coming home! #illtweetwhenicatchup
@MTVjennifer: @iamtheophi still making the funny gestures in the backgroud😂 #TheChallengeInvasion
@TeaTimeWithToya: LMAO 😂😂 @iamtheophi is a fool #TheChallengeInvasion
@JazMTV: I see shots are already being fired between people on twitter on the challenge. Gotta luv challenge season 🔫🔫
@A_Bartolotte: @MARIER0DA 😉
- @BrunoGeeB: @MARIER0DA @A_Bartolotte hey Anthony I hope you know I was a gentleman and though I owed you nothing I treatd marie like she was alrdy yours
- @A_Bartolotte: @BrunoGeeB @MARIER0DA your the man Bruno. I really appreciated that
- @BrunoGeeB: @A_Bartolotte @MARIER0DA appreciate it.. you're a cool dude and genuine so I wouldn't do that to a gentlemen
- @MARIER0DA: @BrunoGeeB @A_Bartolotte this is awkward...?
@ChallengeMTV: Wise words from @BrunoGeeB! He truly embodies the #Underdog spirit! But does he have what it takes to be a Champ? 💪🤔 #TheChallengeInvasion (GIF: "We all have to fall sometimes to like, get back up.")
@JazMTV: Yessssss @MARIER0DA #workit
@IWantMyEmTV: @BrunoGeeB you can come stay with me.. I'll show you shelter toots 😂
@hbarfield13: lol this is just wild #TheChallengeInvasion
@JustJem24: I can't watch this Shit for two hours y'all.
@ChallengeMTV: @CamilaMTV @MTV WOOT!!!!
@CamilaMTV: The Champs Are Coming Baby! ☠️💀☠️💀☠️ #TheChallengeInvasion #CHAMPS #teamcamila #thecamilanator | @mtv @challengemtv https://pbs.twimg.com/media/C4HAb7cVcAEBPU8.jpg
- @ChallengeMTV: @CamilaMTV READY FOR THIS INVASION!! #TheChallengeInvasion
@JustJem24: Nelson seems like a super fan than has a CT poster in his bedroom.
@JazMTV: These new kids are depressing right now I just want give all them a hug..it's the mother in me&then have a drink lol #TheChallengeInvasion
@JayyQuaranto: Jenna and Zach together? Oh lorrdddd let's see what happens #TheChallengeInvasion
@banksy878: @t_raines33 sober hahahahaha #TheChallengeInvasion
- @ChallengeMTV: @banksy878 @t_raines33 Give the boy a chance!!! #TheChallengeInvasion
- @banksy878: @ChallengeMTV Haha ok just I'm not there to help haha
- @ChallengeMTV: @banksy878 We miss you!!! #TheChallengeInvasion
- @banksy878: @ChallengeMTV Only room for so many champs it's okay 😩 #TheChallengeInvasion
@TeaTimeWithToya: The #underdogs about to turn it up a notch 😉#TheChallengeInvasion
- @n_zanattaMTV: @TeaTimeWithToya That's what I'm talking about
@or_lanaa: Watching The Challenge. Definitely regretting me eating that chocolate right about now.
- @MTVjennifer: @or_lanaa i just ate a handful of girl scout cookies.... #idneverbeprepared
@ChallengeMTV: 🚨 HEY Challenge fans 🚨 Tweet #TheChallengeInvasion 10k times to unlock a chance to watch an episode with a Champ at your house!
@shannanity: @t_raines33 love you too
@shannanity: Just so everyone on Vevmo knows - I supported and celebrated @kailah_casillas @MTVCoryWharton from the drop "take your shirts off!!"
@MTVBananas: Couldn't tell if the stray following Tony and Dario was a dog or an underdog girl 🐕 #TheChallengeInvasion @t_raines33 @Dario_medrano_
- @ChallengeMTV: @MTVBananas 😁😁😁
@ChallengeMTV: This Challenge is called #OverUnder, which is fitting since the odds aren't even remotely in the #Underdogs' favor 😂
@BrunoGeeB: Damn a challenge already ?? I felt like so much other shit happened ??! @ChallengeMTV prior to it #TheChallengeInvasion
@t_raines33: It's game time #TheChallengeInvasion
@ChallengeMTV: You heard TJ: win, and you're in! Punch that ticket to the #Oasis 👊🙏🌴 #TheChallengeInvasion
@JennaCompono: The handshake that sets the tone
@TeaTimeWithToya: Im out of breath reminiscing on this over and under challenge 😩#TheChallengeInvasion
@BrunoGeeB: I wasn't about to leave @t_raines33 @MTVCoryWharton @JennaCompono @kailah_casillas hanging I'd rather lose getting someone's back
- @kailah_casillas: @BrunoGeeB I love my team!
@BarstoolChief: Tony this entire first episode with no veterans around #TheChallengeInvasion (GIF: "Look at me, I'm the captain now")
@JennaCompono: But why are WE the bad guys??
- @n_zanattaMTV: @JennaCompono Let's not even go there lmao different sides wtf?!?!? 2 piles ?!?!? 😘
@banksy878: @MTV_NellyT no one will remember you 😃
@ChallengeMTV: TJ did say it's an individual challenge but DAMN, @MTVASHLEYBROOKE! Savage move! 🏃💨✌ #TheChallengeInvasion (GIF: "Sorry... see ya later.")
@BrunoGeeB: 5 against 12 ???! @ChallengeMTV #TheChallengeInvasion i don't care 🤔
- @n_zanattaMTV: @JennaCompono Ohhhh so this is the number 5 put on your seat belts let's get ready for a crazy ride! #underdogs #champs #TheChallengeInvasion
@JennaCompono: 5 against the rest? Not to shabby
@iamtheophi: Thank you @MTVASHLEYBROOKE for the hand full of 🍑 lmaoooo
@MTVBananas: I look better in compression shorts... #TheChallengeInvasion @ChallengeMTV @MTV
@IWantMyEmTV: @MTVASHLEYBROOKE I love you haha
- @TeaTimeWithToya: @IWantMyEmTV This biych swerved ✌🏾😂😂😂😂😂💀
@MARIER0DA: WOOF. #thechallengeinvasion
@ChallengeMTV: Close but no cigar, @MTVCoryWharton! 😨 #TheChallengeInvasion
@shannanity: @MTVASHLEYBROOKE you wrong for that
@MTVBananas: Challenge Fact: @MTV put out an add on craigalist for competitors... You're currently watching the ones who responded! #TheChallengeInvasion
- @AshleyMarieMTV 11h11 hours ago
@MTVBananas hahaha I can't with you! 🙈😂
@MARIER0DA: LMAO!!!!!!!!!!! Take notice of where I'm placing right now... #TheChallengeInvasion
@n_zanattaMTV: That was the tightest hole I think any one of us have ever been in!
@JazMTV: I ain't even mad at Ashley you gotta look out for you
@ChallengeMTV: CONGRATS, @n_zanattaMTV! 👏 This rookie just won the FIRST Challenge! And THAT'S why you don't underestimate the #Underdogs! 💪🐶 (GIF: "First challenge down, I'm f..... pumped.")
- @n_zanattaMTV: @ChallengeMTV Thank you wowwwww do I look like a mess!!! 😝😝😝
@madiwadi2by4: Alright Nicole I see you baby 😘 @n_zanattaMTV #ChallengeInvasion
- @n_zanattaMTV: @madiwadi2by4 My mistress 😍😍😍 thank you
@ChallengeMTV: This #Underdog had an impressive run last year, and he's picking up where he left off! @Dario_medrano_ 🔥🔥🔥 #TheChallengeInvasion
@MARIER0DA: @Dario_medrano_ STOP!!!!!! 😂😂😂😂
@schmelllanie: Yaaasss babyyyygallll @n_zanattaMTV
@JazMTV: Yaaaaa @n_zanattaMTV
@ChallengeMTV: Careful what you wish for! 😷 #TheChallengeInvasion (GIF: Ashley - "I'm so happy, I could puke.")
@BrunoGeeB: I screwed myself helping two people and didnt even get a simple thank you! Whatever the first 15 mins I knew it wasn't moving tried for 2hrs
@A_Bartolotte: Well.... I was in 1st for a little while lol
@MKonSports: Y'all can have your bachelor nights on Monday. I'll just be over here with my first love @ChallengeMTV #TheChallengeInvasion on Tuesdays.
@ChallengeMTV: 3/4 of the Skeletons fam is done! Will @BrunoGeeB complete the picture, or be buried in the dirt? 💀 #TheChallengeInvasion
@BrunoGeeB: I can't help but be a team player #TheChallengeInvasion @ChallengeMTV
@JennaCompono: Hey we finished and we helped some ppl on the way 💪🏼 @kailah_casillas
- @kailah_casillas: @JennaCompono Team work makes the dream work! Couldn't have done it without you.
@hbarfield13: Sucking right now at this point is this how this season will go for me? Stay tunedddddd 😉
@shannanity: OMG I look gay as Fuck in that background
@MARIER0DA: My piece was stuck in the ground. I'm not gonna fight my girl over the last piece... @TeaTimeWithToya #TheChallengeInvasion
- @TeaTimeWithToya: @MARIER0DA ❤
@_ayiiia: Your weight is stuck? STEAL SOMEONE ELSES AND SUCK DICK LATER. #TheChallengeInvasion
@ChallengeMTV: "@lala_kdub: daaaaamn, if this is only the 1st challenge, then the rest of this season is going 2 be BRUTAL! @ChallengeMTV #TheChallengeInvasion @MTV" RT It's an #UNDERDOG eat #UNDERDOG world! 🐶 #TheChallengeInvasion
@SylviaMTV: I never want to play in the mud EVER again!
@briannajulig: awesome first challenge! Making me miss it a little #TheChallengeInvasion @ChallengeMTV #underdogs
@CamilaMTV: #GIVEAWAY TIME!!! 💥🎁💥 Up on my Instagram story. 👉🏼http://Instagram.com/camilamtv #empack #TheChallengeInvasion
@ChallengeMTV: That's NOT #TheChallenge motto, girl @NoQuittersPod 🙅 #TheChallengeInvasion (GIF: Marie - "I don't even care anymore.")
@banksy878: Like watching paint dry #TheChallengeInvasion geez learn your puzzles kids!
@JazMTV: Luv my girls @TeaTimeWithToya and @MARIER0DA
@MARIER0DA: @BrunoGeeB I feel your pain brother. #TheChallengeInvasion
- @TeaTimeWithToya: @MARIER0DA 💯
@IWantMyEmTV: @MARIER0DA @BrunoGeeB ❤❤
@ChallengeMTV: Apparently quitting is contageous! SMH 😡 #TheChallengeInvasion (GIF: Bruno - "It's elimination. It's time. I don't care. I'll go home.")
@BrunoGeeB: Haah I love you though @t_raines33
@JustJem24: He must not be too homeless if he talking about he don't care he'll go home... #TheChallengeInvasion
@tylerobrienn: I will never have respect for this dude Nelson after he chirped @MTVDevinWalker for "trying to smash both" on their season like a hater
@JazMTV: Quitters suck! Bye Bruno why even be on the challenge of you can't pass Day 1.
@banksy878: Hahaha this kid quit a challenge wowwww #TheChallengeInvasion
@MARIER0DA: Cast so lit we don't need the #champions @ChallengeMTV #TheChallengeInvasion #teamunderdogs
@IWantMyEmTV: Was an invasion necessary? Maybe! Probably...But this cast has such great chemistry. Awesome so far. #TheChallengeInvasion
@JazMTV: @JustJem24 #ineedadrink 😂😂😂😂
@shannanity: @BrunoGeeB you look amazing on TV and IRL 😘 all my fairies are texting me about your fine ass
@JustJem24: "@TieDyedLove: @JustJem24 I'm going to need to hear your thoughts on this tony and Nelson nonsense 😂" RT Team tony for once. Nelson is so lame it literally hurts me to watch him
@ChallengeMTV: It's early days, but it already looks like there's a new rivalry heating up 🔥 #TheChallengeInvasion (GIF: Nelson - "No doubt. I'm comin' for you bro.")
@ChallengeMTV: Some Underdogs over-achieved, and some, well... TJ's expression says it all 😕 #TheChallengeInvasion (GIF: "Way to dig deep... Some of you.")
@banksy878: Hahaha and @MTV_NellyT acting tough again this is too much 😂😂😂😂😂 #TheChallengeInvasion
►AS THEY SAW IT: PREMIERE HOUR 2 - "Skeletal Fracture"
@ChallengeMTV: Don't go anywhere: The dog fight continues NOW as the #Underdogs battle it out on #TheChallengeInvasion! 🐶👊💥
@KikiMTV: Bahaha @Dario_medrano_ oh we know all about Nelson's snoring 😂😴 #TheChallengeInvasion
@tombuelljr: All the shade being thrown on social media right now is amazing 🤓👏💯#thechallengeinvasion
@JazMTV: Damnnn @tjlavin you did them kids like that haha #TheChallengeInvasion 🤣🤣🤣
@ftwgiovanni: ZzzzzzzzZzzzZz #TheChallengeInvasion
@ChallengeMTV: A #Shelter divided cannot stand... These #Underdogs are divided! Are you #TeamNelson, or #TeamTony? #TheChallengeInvasion (GIF: Amanda - "I'm 100% Team Nelson.")
@BombshellChels: They have to shower in the ocean? Do they have to catch their own food too?? #TheChallengeInvasion
@JustJem24: Take a shot every time Nelson tells somebody they don't deserve to be on the challenge
@ChallengeMTV: Cash her outside, how bow dah @kailah_casillas 😭 #TheChallengeInvasion
- @kailah_casillas: @ChallengeMTV Lol or in the bushes..
@CamilaMTV: Stiff competition?? 🤔 where? We ain't there yet! 😜😜😜 #TheChallengeInvasion #thechampsarecoming #champs | @MTV @ChallengeMTV
- @blacuesta: @CamilaMTV I fckn love you
@BrunoGeeB: I remember sitting there watching the drama--- so this is what the sidelines feels like ahah I was like lmfso
@ChallengeMTV: When @t_raines33 said @MTV_NellyT was crying about the divide 😂 #TheChallengeInvasion
@MTVBananas: Challenge Fact: Before the Challenge Hunter did voices for King Of The Hill. #TheChallengeInvasion @hbarfield13 @ChallengeMTV
- @hbarfield13: @MTVBananas @ChallengeMTV hahahahahahahaha
@JustJem24: Jenna will murkkkkkkkk Amandaaaa. Girl sit down.
@MARIER0DA: Alliances were known when we got on the plane to Thailand... @ChallengeMTV #TheChallengeInvasion
@kailah_casillas: PUT YOUR MONEY WHERE YOUR MOUTH IS MOTHERFUCKERS
@BombshellChels: Damn everyone was all buddy buddy yesterday lol they must realize they don't split that money in the end 🙊#TheChallengeInvasion
@_ayiiia: People hating on strategy. #TheChallengeInvasion
@ChallengeMTV: And @iamtheophi going with the scorched Earth route... Bold move, let's see if it pays off for him 😂 #TheChallengeInvasion (GIF: Theo - "I don't give a s... at the end of the day. This is my first Challenge so f... it.")
@JennaCompono: Yes let's all put our cards on the table GOOD IDEA #TheChallengeInvasion
@TeaTimeWithToya: 😂😂😂 Theo so savage 😩😩❤❤
@JazMTV: Why is Nelson so mad??
- @_ayiiia: @JazMTV Because he's not in the alliance. Lol. Create another dumb ass.
- @JazMTV: @_ayiiia I can't with some of these new ones lol
- @_ayiiia: @JazMTV I can't either girl. Makes me wonder how I would do 🤔
- @JazMTV: @_ayiiia me too.... we are probably old school now.
- @_ayiiia: @JazMTV girl I didn't get my feet wet.
- @MTVASHLEYBROOKE: @JazMTV they don't show eveything ...love you @MTV_NellyT
- @JazMTV: @MTVASHLEYBROOKE @MTV_NellyT I get it. It wasn't a personal attack
- @AceNichols33: @JazMTV @MTVASHLEYBROOKE @MTV_NellyT someone please stop saying the name Nelson. 🤣
@ChallengeMTV: Nelson is wasting NO time making alliances in this house 👌 #TheChallengeInvasion (GIF: "I try to make her smile.")
@BrunoGeeB: Bruno 0 drama winningggggg ahah #TheChallengeInvasion
@JustJem24: Theo throwing shade at Jenna is whack. Bruh, u mean I don't remember her showssss? She's done a few. You had that 1 show nobody watched sir
@JazMTV: @JennaCompono shaking people off off her like flies. Luv her
- @JennaCompono: @JazMTV Hahaha thank you!!! 💕
@ChallengeMTV: Looks like @SylviaMTV is stuck between a rock and a hard place! 👊 #TheChallengeInvasion (GIF: "I'm left with not any options here.")
@MTV_Candice: Fuuuuuccckkkk I missed half of #TheChallengeInvasion
@JustJem24: Nelson is a fuckin hall monitor.
@shannanity: @JennaCompono - always weird watching it after living it 😏 Xoxox
@MTVBananas: "@ChallengeMTV: @universaldance2 Where is @MTVBananas to tell him to earn his stripes? #TheChallengeInvasion" RT When the adults are away, the children will play! #TheChallengeInvasion
@ChallengeMTV: Cory, keep your head in the game! Oh gawd, you know what I mean 🙈🙄 #TheChallengeInvasion (GIF: "Don't get distracted.")
@CamilaMTV: Why 3 times and not 4? ... @JennaCompono 😂 #ilydude #thechallengeinvasion
- @JennaCompono: @CamilaMTV 😂😂😂😂
@MTVBananas: Get it trending! #TheChallengeInvasion
@MTV_Candice: Key thing DON'T TRUST NOBODY!!!! #TheChallengeInvasion
@JennaCompono: Can we see who the ring leader is?
@n_zanattaMTV: "@BarstoolJJ: .@n_zanattaMTV has more accents than @NicolexoRamos has faces #TheChallengeInvasion" RT Sorry I can't change!!! I tried speech is off 😂
@banksy878: Kids second challenge @MTV_NellyT and he's a pro? #TheChallengeInvasion
@SylviaMTV: Shot got real... real fucking fast! #ChallengeInvasion
@shannanity: Real talk - if she can't use you - she won't acknowledge you - everyone in that place was real as fuck except her
@DerrickMTV2: @shannanity I 👀you politickin in the background...😁
- @shannanity: @DerrickMTV2 Bissshhh - I was doing my best trying to stay float being the only old man there
- @DerrickMTV2: @shannanity While I was thinkin about all the vinegar I was pissin when I was a rookie 💭💭💭...you standin there,chillin. Good move young man
@MTVBananas: Who knew Damon Waynes had such a temper?! @mtv @ChallengeMTV @MTV_NellyT
@tjlavin: Go to @Torque1_net to get that @Cody_Nolove shirt!
@MTV_Candice: @iamtheophi said Idgaf this my first challenge!!! 😂😂😂😂 Yesss!!!! #TheChallengeInvasion
@EDiamond007: Your my boy blue! #TeamNelson #TheChallengeInvasion https://pbs.twimg.com/media/C4HJvLFVcAAgpxX.jpg
@ChallengeMTV: The line has been drawn! It's pretty much the whole house vs. @t_raines33! 👊 #PickASide (GIF: "This game is every man for himself.")
@CaraMariaMTV: On @mtv instagram LIVE with @MTVBananas for the premier of thechallenge INVASION. watch with me and Lets spill all that tea! #thechallenge https://pbs.twimg.com/media/C4HJ-XgWcAANS_W.jpg
- @ChallengeMTV: @CaraMariaMTV Spilling that tea! 🍵 #TheChallengeInvasion
@kailah_casillas: Compli-diss--- best competitor but we want her out lol
@MTVASHLEYBROOKE: We're not friends lol @MARIER0DA @shannanity @SylviaMTV @MTV_AMANDAG @TeaTimeWithToya
- @shannanity: @MTVASHLEYBROOKE @MARIER0DA @SylviaMTV @MTV_AMANDAG @TeaTimeWithToya bish please LOL - we'll we're getting that villain edit
@MTV_Candice: @Dario_medrano_ hairrrrrrr!!!!!! 😍😍😍😍
@ChallengeMTV: LOL only you @MTVASHLEYBROOKE. Love ya #Polidicking #TheChallengeInvasion (GIF: "Poli'dick'ing is when you politic with your vagina.")
@MARIER0DA: PoliDICKING!!!! @MTVASHLEYBROOKE 😂😂😂😂
@IWantMyEmTV: I love my MTV #leo ladiiiiiiessssss @MARIER0DA @MTVASHLEYBROOKE 🦁🦁(& @JustJem24 @Theresa_Gonzo @MelindaStolp)
- @MTVASHLEYBROOKE: @IWantMyEmTV @MARIER0DA @JustJem24 @Theresa_Gonzo @MelindaStolp I love you boo
@ChallengeMTV: When it's time to nominate someone for eliminations and everyone's saying your name 🙃 #TheChallengeInvasion
@ChallengeMTV: These nominations got me like... 🔥🔥🔥 #TheChallengeInvasion
- @MTV_Candice: @MTV_AMANDAG lmfaooo I love her! #TheChallengeInvasion
@ChallengeMTV: If you were @SylviaMTV, would you vote with your friends, or with the majority? 😱 #TheChallengeInvasion 68%Vote With Your Friends / 32%Vote With The Majority 832 votes•Final results
@banksy878: Super twist #TheChallengeInvasion
@TeaTimeWithToya: In think @SylviaMTV low key peed on herself when TJ asked her for her vote 💦🙊
@IWantMyEmTV: Best premiere I've ever seen of #TheChallenge in the past eight years. Might be even better than #TheDuel2 @BunimMurray so much yes
- @JustJem24: @IWantMyEmTV Umm. We watching the same premiere sis? 🙃
@TheShaneRaines: Ppl are already showing their true colors.. smh but yall real af for that vote @n_zanattaMTV @JennaCompono @kailah_casillas love my girls😉😘
@t_raines33: Sylvia is about to show her true colors #TheChallengeInvasion
- @n_zanattaMTV: @t_raines33 ohhh yeaaaaa that's right they're not ready for it!!!!
- @ChallengeMTV: @t_raines33 YIKES! #TheChallengeInvasion
@TeaTimeWithToya: Word is a few hoes polidicked before the final casting call #TheChallengeInvasion
- @JustJem24: @TeaTimeWithToya Names. Go ahead at them for me boo 😘
@MTV_Candice: Don't let the good looks and dick hypnotize you! You gotta keep your head in the game and focus on that check!!! #TheChallengeInvasion
@SylviaMTV: Yes my true colors! THE GREEN WHITE AND RED!!
@n_zanattaMTV: Ohhh how the tables have turned... at least my feelings haven't changed I just don't like you! #TheChallengeInvasion #mtv #wolfpack #loyal
@ChallengeMTV: WOW @SylviaMTV ACTUALLY SAID HIS NAME! #TheChallengeInvasion
@MTV_Candice: Sylvia look scared asf 😂😂😂 #TheChallengeInvasion
@JennaCompono: Wait we picked captains?
- @mtvrrdarrell: @JennaCompono awh you love him 😍
- @JennaCompono: @mtvrrdarrell DARRELL!!!!!! Lmao
@ChallengeMTV: Nelson gets off on #Polidicking 🙈 #TheChallengeInvasion (GIF: "It's a thrill, and I get off of it.")
@t_raines33: Get her 'Cole! #TheChallengeInvasion @n_zanattaMTV
@ChallengeMTV: When you immediately regret your decision 😂😂😂 #TheChallengeInvasion (GIF of Sylvia not being happy at picking Tony and all the other girls cheering for her)
- @NikaRashaun: @ChallengeMTV 💀😂
- @TeaTimeWithToya: @ChallengeMTV Y'all play to much 😂😂
@BombshellChels: I could never throw my castmates in so S/O to AYTO Season 3 for staying together #TheChallengeInvasion
@shannanity: @SylviaMTV ouch
@MTVASHLEYBROOKE: I'd rather be the villain than the liar
- @ChallengeMTV: @MTVASHLEYBROOKE Fightin' words! #TheChallengeInvasion
@shannanity: OMG your girl's EVIL
@TheShaneRaines: Wowwwww EW! @SylviaMTV Do you not realize u just sent your 2 roommates in the elimination together!? SMH #loyalty #udontevenknowthesepeople
@ChallengeMTV: When @TeaTimeWithToya said "you ain't that special" and called her a "camera-whore" 💀 #TheChallengeInvasion (GIF of Nicole bending down)
@MTVjennifer: no don't cry @SylviaMTV 😭 #TheChallengeInvasion
@MTV_Candice: Lmmfaooooo @t_raines33 I can't stand youuuuu! 😂😂😂😂 the way you said it tho!!! #TheChallengeInvasion
@ChallengeMTV: Damn, Cory, that's cooooold blooded! ❄ #TheChallengeInvasion
@CamilaMTV: Anyone else thinking... champs champs champs??? 💀💀💀 #TheChallengeInvasion
- @ChallengeMTV: @CamilaMTV Can't wait for the Invasion!! #TheChallengeInvasion
@ChallengeMTV: ANOTHER TWIST: Win an elimination, and you go straight to the #Oasis!!! Talk about do or die! 🌀🌀🌀 #TheChallengeInvasion (GIF: Kailah - "Game on.")
@JustJem24: I'm actually team @t_raines33 this season. Who would have ever thought 😂
- @t_raines33: @JustJem24 Gotta quote this so I know it's real #TheChallengeInvasion
- @JustJem24: @t_raines33 I'm over here wanting to fight people for you. You in a house full of punkssssssss
@ChallengeMTV: I'm tellin' you folks, we need BODY BAGS OUT HERE! DEAD! 😭😭😭⚰⚰⚰ #TheChallengeInvasion (GIF: Sylvia - "'Cause she left you.")
@shannanity: Hahahha @TeaTimeWithToya
@A_Bartolotte: Grabbed a front row seat for this one
@MTV_Candice: Latoyaaaaaaaaaa I love herrrrrr, yeeesssss!!!! #TheChallengeInvasion
@MTV_Candice: Yo Nicole doing too much!! (In @TheShaneRaines voice) ITS JUST A GAAAAAMMMMMMEEEEEEE!!!! #TheChallengeInvasion
@MARIER0DA: @Mtv I was stranded on an island, where's my milli !?? #TheChallengeInvasion #stranded
@MTVBananas: "@judyaranhaa: @MTVBananas When Nelson referred to himself as the caption... If only he knew that the REAL caption was coming. " RT I think you meant to say Captain! But I feel your drift! #TheChallengeInvasion
@iamtheophi: .@SylviaMTV I just thought I'd say I ❤️ you !!
@JustJem24: @n_zanattaMTV is my favorite rookie. She's a reallllllll one
@TeaTimeWithToya: The Walking Dead Returns!!!! Hell yeah 🙌🏾
@SylviaMTV: Still over here sippin champagne and enjoying life with my girls!! Sleeping like a baby!😘😘#TheChallengeInvasion
@MTV_Lari: How is this game so cutthroat already? Should be the challenge cutthroat instead 😵⚰️ #TheChallengeInvasion
@shannanity: The reason why @SylviaMTV voted with us - is because their alliance left @n_zanattaMTV @MTVCoryWharton behind on the wall. She saw who was Real at that moment. Not show on the tv episode though
@JazMTV: This is common thing I get where both sides are coming from but Sylvia needs to keep her ground if she votes that way .
@cohuttaMTV: If I had a nickel for every tweet from the #TheChallengeInvasion cast members containing the words"true colors"on my feed. It's a language.
@t_raines33: Rivals4? I would turn it down #TheChallengeInvasion
- @ChallengeMTV: @t_raines33 Hmmm! #TheChallengeInvasion
@ChallengeMTV: is @mtvrrdarrell's son a future #Challenge Champion? 🤔👊 #TeamChamps #TheChallengeInvasion (GIF of Darrell's son playing with him)
- @mtvrrdarrell: @ChallengeMTV Rocky is his go to movie!
- @ChallengeMTV: @mtvrrdarrell Did you see how fast his hands are? Nope, they're THAT fast 💥
@CamilaMTV: Darellllllllllllll!!!!!!!!!!!! 👊 my boy. #TheChallengeInvasion | @mtvrrdarrell
- @mtvrrdarrell: @CamilaMTV I see you too! 👊🏽Tossing chairs n' shit #camilanator #TheChallengeInvasion
@ChallengeMTV: You already know @AshleyMarieMTV pretending that body bag is an #Underdog 🐶👊😳 #TheChallengeInvasion
@ChallengeMTV: At least he got her name right this time, smh 😫 #TheChallengeInvasion (GIF: Zach - "Yeah, I know Jenna's gonna to be there.")
@ChallengeMTV: Please, PLEASE bring them in NOW to wreak havoc 🙏 #TeamChamps #TheChallengeInvasion (GIF: Laurel - "That's where I'll be until they bring us in to wreak havoc.")
@ChallengeMTV: SAVAGE @MTVBananas 😭😭😭 #NeverForget #RottenBanana #TheChallengeInvasion (GIF: "I purchased a house. Actually, Sarah purchased a house.")
@shannanity: @mtvrrdarrell that family!!!
- @mtvrrdarrell: @shannanity They're a blessing. Keeps me tamed
@IWantMyEmTV: excited to see @mtvrrdarrell compete! #TheChallengeInvasion
- @mtvrrdarrell: @IWantMyEmTV 1luv Boston strong
@JennaCompono: Excited to see me huh? Haha😏😝 @ZNichols15
- @ChallengeMTV: @JennaCompono We ALL are! #TheChallengeInvasion
@ChallengeMTV: Does this mean Hurricane #Camilanator isn't in the forecast? 🌪🌪🌪 #TheChallengeInvasion (GIF: Camila - "I'm really just hoping to tone down Camilanator.")
@BrunoGeeB: You all have been so positive and cool towards me.. I truly and humbly appreciate the kind words thank you people #TheChallengeInvasion
@ChallengeMTV: The #Bloodlines Champ is back with zero baggage this time 👌👌👌 #TheChallengeInvasion (GIF: Cara Maria - "I'm still single.")
@MTVBananas: Thank you Sarah! #TheChallengeInvasion @ChallengeMTV #Champs
- @ChallengeMTV: @MTVBananas SAVAGE!!!!
@ChallengeMTV: OK, that's it. I can officially die happy now 😭😭😭 #TheChallengeInvasion (GIF: CT - "I want you guys to meet my son, Christopher.")
@MTV_Candice: I swear @CaraMariaMTV is a badass!!! 😍😍 #TheChallengeInvasion
@ChallengeMTV: These #Champs are SUPER badass and I love it 🙌 #TheChallengeInvasion
@JustJem24: Nelson may actually cry when he gets to meet Ct and Darrell. Those are probably his real life heroes 😂
@JazMTV: Ct your little one is cute. Being a parent is awesome!!! #challengeparents @TheOfficial_CT
@t_raines33: Hey Sylvia we were on Real World Skeletons together not Real World Snakes 🐍 #Trader #ImDone #TheChallengeInvasion
@CamilaMTV: Tone down #camilanator... 🤔 I guess one can dream 🌪🌪🌪 #TheChallengeInvasion
@blacuesta: So happy my boys @Dario_medrano_ and @A_Bartolotte are on #TheChallengeInvasion #AYTOSQUAAAAAD
@ChallengeMTV: Wait, how worried are you for elimination, @kailah_casillas? 👌 #TheChallengeInvasion (GIF: "Let me tell you how much I'm worried... This much.")
@MTV_Lari: Only reason I ever watch these shows is for @CamilaMTV 😍😍 anyone else feel that way?! WHERE THE CHAMPS AT THO?! #TheChallengeInvasion
@TeaTimeWithToya: I told Maxwell he was on TV. He said "how you doin America" 😆 #TheChallengeInvasion
@MTVjennifer: let's go @MARIER0DA 💪🏼 #TheChallengeInvasion
@ChallengeMTV: Unfortunately, @n_zanattaMTV, I don't think that's gonna fly 👎 #TheChallengeInvasion (GIF: "Tony and Bruno, please just make it a tie.")
@MTV_Lari: Best part of the show now is that soundtrack 🎵🎶 #TheChallengeInvasion
@ChallengeMTV: Who's gonna win the Girls' elimination? 🤔 #TheChallengeInvasion 64%Kailah / 36%Marie 469 votes•Final results
@ChallengeMTV: Who's gonna win the Guys' elimination? 🤔 #TheChallengeInvasion 71%Tony / 29%Bruno 478 votes•Final results
@ChallengeMTV: Can Bruno redeem himself after walking away from the challenge earlier? #TheChallengeInvasion (GIF: "I'm definitely gonna give it my all.")
@MTV_Candice: Bruno is fiiiiinnnnneeee 👀👀👀 #TheChallengeInvasion
@n_zanattaMTV: Is it just me or what I can't watch this 😳 good luck men love you!!!! Xo @t_raines33 @BrunoGeeB
@IWantMyEmTV: @MARIER0DA rooting for you 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽
@ChallengeMTV: These #Underdogs don't just bark, they BITE! @MARIER0DA @kailah_casillas 👏👏👏 #TeamUnderdogs #TheChallengeInvasion
@blacuesta: The best part of @ChallengeMTV is all the shade
@MTV_Candice: Oooooouuuuu this looks like a good elimination game 😈 #TheChallengeInvasion
@kailah_casillas: BRING IT 😉
@hbarfield13: As far as ayto is concerned yall family!!!! @MTV_NellyT @MTV_AMANDAG
@ChallengeMTV: "@JimmyEsqueda: Let the hard hits begin! #TheChallengeInvasion let's gooo @ChallengeMTV 💪👏" RT Love a good, physical Elimination! 👊💥 #TheChallengeInvasion
@MTVjennifer: this would 100% be my type of elimination game💪🏼 #letmebodyanothergirlplease #TheChallengeInvasion
@DerrickMTV2: Solid Elimination Round to kick it off. @MTV @BunimMurray @ChallengeMTV #TheChallengeInvasion
@matt_marcello: Did Tony just used the fact that he knocked up two different girls as an excuse?? #notourproblem #TheChallengeInvasion @SylviaMTV
@ChallengeMTV: Me watching a physical elimination like 🍿👀 #Underdogs #DogFight #TheChallengeInvasion
@ChallengeMTV: Congrats, @kailah_casillas! You definitely proved yourself today, but there's a long way to go to be a Champ 👏 #TheChallengeInvasion (GIF: "I'm gonna take that money home.")
@t_raines33: 👏👏👏 @kailah_casillas #TheChallengeInvasion
@ChallengeMTV: Awe, poor Marie! It's an early exit tho, good try girl ✌ #TheChallengeInvasion (GIF: "Maybe there is another Challenge out there for me.")
@shannanity: @MARIER0DA get it bae
@ChallengeMTV: This about to be like a wild-wild-west showdown! LET'S GET IT 😬 #TheChallengeInvasion
@MTV_Lari: Lowkey, I'm done with all the sob stories 🙄🙄 just prove your worth and fight damn #TheChallengeInvasion
@schmelllanie: You wanted that @kailah_casillas - good shit !
@TeaTimeWithToya: #TeamMarie always and forever ❤@MARIER0DA #shewillbeback
@BombshellChels: Damnnnn girl! You killed it @kailah_casillas 👏👊#TheChallengeInvasion
@IWantMyEmTV: @MARIER0DA you are a rockstar in your home, work and this once in awhile adventure, travel and Challenge life. You are Super Woman 🙌🏽.
@shannanity: @MARIER0DA 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭
- @TeaTimeWithToya: @shannanity 😫😫😭😭😭😭😭😭😭💔
@itSabrinaK:@kailah_casillas you come a long way love from the hike in real world ❤️ keep killing it
- @kailah_casillas: @itSabrinaK training helps 👏🏼👏🏼
@MARIER0DA: Well folks, that's a wrap. So sad I missed the chaos that about to ensue! #TheChallengeInvasion @ChallengeMTV
@MTV_Candice: Nice win @kailah_casillas #TheChallengeInvasion
@JazMTV: Hate to see @MARIER0DA go home early she's the best and Is always 💯
@MTV_AMANDAG: Boo fuckin hoo. I'm sorry @SylviaMTV was fucking smart. 💁🏻 #TheChallengeInvasion
- @SylviaMTV: @MTV_AMANDAG I love you queen!
- @MTV_AMANDAG: @SylviaMTV love you sister!!!
@DerrickMTV2: @MARIER0DA @kailah_casillas Way to kick that shit off!
@ChallengeMTV: DAMN, that's gonna hurt in the morning 💥😱 #TheChallengeInvasion
@MTV_Candice: Daaaammmnnn #TheChallengeInvasion
@kailah_casillas: my favorite moment on the show 💪🏼 that win meant so much. Proving everyone wrong feels so good.
@BrunoGeeB: @t_raines33 won fair and square but weight was a whole factor either way I was happy. Nothing but love brother . 174-230lb 😩 goodluck
@ChallengeMTV: .@t_raines33 may have had that win in the bag, but unfortunately for him, he loses a good friend 👋 #TheChallengeInvasion
@MTV_Lari: Honestly though, @t_raines33 is so big. I know bruno is hurting 🤕 imagine my short ass standing next to him 😂😭⚰️ #TheChallengeInvasion
@MTV_Lari: Honestly though, @t_raines33 is so big. I know bruno is hurting 🤕 imagine my short ass standing next to him 😂😭⚰️ #TheChallengeInvasion
@MTVBananas: Are you Team Bananas?! Available exclusively at http://Realjohnnybananas.com #TheChallengeInvasion @#MTV #Champs https://pbs.twimg.com/media/C4HUT1QXAAA_LD9.jpg
@kailah_casillas: I owe it all to my dad. He raised me like a little boy. I heard it my whole life.. "There's no crying in football."
@SylviaMTV: You're welcome @t_raines33 for getting your ticket into the Oasis. No thanks needed! #TheChallengeInvasion
@blacuesta: Everyone talkin shit bout my girl @n_zanattaMTV can cash me ousside how bow dah. No but really stfu #TheChallengeInvasion
- @n_zanattaMTV: @blacuesta I don't mind it ;) briiii ayeeee
- @blacuesta: @n_zanattaMTV I'll kill em all for u
@CamilaMTV: Since we're in the subject of challenges... 💥 #30daychallenge #lesgo #thechallengeinvasion https://www.instagram.com/p/BQPH78dDZbM/
@ChallengeMTV: Looks like these two are going straight to the #Oasis! 🙏🏝🍹 #TheChallengeInvasion
@MTV_Candice: Perfect song to walk out on tho 😏. #TheChallengeInvasion
@ChallengeMTV: Awe, @MTV_NellyT is so disappointed LOL😫 #TheChallengeInvasion (GIF: "Damn.")
@MTV_Candice: @MTV_NellyT face thoooo lmmfaooooo 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 #TheChallengeInvasion
@blacuesta: Hey you know what mad props to @BrunoGeeB !!!! You went out there, you did ur thing, and that's all that matters.
@JennaCompono: Congrats!!!!! @kailah_casillas @t_raines33 yay!!!!!
@shannanity: Fav is people who actually hold grudges after these shows bc of votes its an Fing game the only reason to dislike a cast member bc they suck
@ChallengeMTV: With Tony and Kailah back in the house, the numbers have evened out a little more. How's this gonna go? 🤔 #TheChallengeInvasion (GIF: Kailah - "Look b!....s! You put me in, and you just got me a golden ticket!")
@BrunoGeeB: "Oh well", I got to have a wonderful experience. I traveled , experienced a wonderful culture and reconcile with past friendships. #winning
@ChallengeMTV: YOU DID IT! RT this tweet for a chance to meet one of the #Champs in your home! 👑🏡 #TheChallengeInvasion http://bit.ly/2jZnlzH
@A_Bartolotte: Haha sorry kailah.. Marie I'm still comin for ya 😉
@hbarfield13: @MTVCoryWharton uh oh next episode
@MARIER0DA: @A_Bartolotte 👋🏻👋🏻👋🏻
@MTV_Candice: CT is EVERYTHING!!!!!!!!!!!!!
@blacuesta: Anyway I hope next week #TheChallengeInvasion brings drama so good it buries bodies. I'll bring the coffins.
@t_raines33: Loved mending a friendship with someone I haven't spoke with in 2 years...hold ur head up bro! Love ya #TheChallengeInvasion @BrunoGeeB @t_raines33:
@itsdom_: Good mother freaking premier @ChallengeMTV
►AFTER HOURS
@blacuesta: "@toomuchfandoms: @blacuesta miss seeing u on my tv! About to go watch your ayto season all over again! Best season hands down!" RT Do it! Screenshot my blood from the first episode!
@shannanity: @SylviaMTV @JennaCompono @CamilaMTV - well ... we're the naked crew
- @JennaCompono: @shannanity Lmao we were rinsing off when everyone was sleeping I can't believe that even made a little clip 😂
@BradFiorenza: HOLY HIGHLIGHT REEL!!! @TheOfficial_CT
- @DerrickMTV2: @BradFiorenza @TheOfficial_CT Holy Highlight Reels Batman 👀
- @BradFiorenza: @DerrickMTV2 I felt like I was going into an elimination round after watching that D!..lol @TheOfficial_CT ;fatherhood looks great on you! 😎
@TheShaneRaines: Damn I love @ChallengeMTV 😂😂😂 #TheChallengeInvasion #TeamRaines #goodnight ✌🏼
@kailah_casillas: Talk shit, back it up.
@haileychivers: @JennaCompono I love you
@IWantMyEmTV: Def wasn't @TheOfficial_CT's favorite Challenge partner. But I def. redeemed myself as his favorite victim! #habitmovie #film #johnhickey
@MARIER0DA: We might have left the show, but we DID NOT leave #Thailand. #TheChallengeInvasion @BrunoGeeB https://pbs.twimg.com/media/C4HYvUHWAAA7wW1.jpg
@MTV_Candice: CT knocked oh boy ass out his onesie!!!! Lmmfaooooo 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
@blacuesta: "@Ziggler91: @blacuesta Haha I forgot all about that. Wasn't it the first day too?" RT Yup! Haha just my luck got my nose broken on my first show and got left at the altar on my second show #AYTO #thechallenge
@NikaRashaun: On to episode 3 💪🏾 #TheChallengeInvasion
@MTV_AMANDAG: Ugh so sad. I'll miss you bitch! 😥@MARIER0DA #TheChallengeInvasion
@kailah_casillas: Much love @MARIER0DA
@t_raines33: Gotta say I'm liking the sober me...can't wait for next week. Hopefully less drama and a step closer to the oasis #TheChallengeInvasion
@A_Bartolotte: Textbook
@tori_deal: #TheChallengeInvasion damn this show is no joke 😈
- @ItsAll_AboutTee: Don't play the victim to circumstances that YOUVE created ! #teetime
@MTV_AMANDAG: Awww @MARIER0DA and @A_Bartolotte are so cute. Invite me to the wedding assholes! #TheChallengeInvasion
@CamilaMTV: Now it's time for you to join me in my real challenge. 👊💪 http://camilanow.com #thechallengeinvasion
- @blacuesta: Check this bad bitch out!
- @CamilaMTV: @blacuesta Wish you were one of the newbies... 🙄 @blacuesta #TheChallengeInvasion
- @blacuesta: @CamilaMTV its ok...time off is time at the gym so when its my turn again ill be ready & till then ill just watch u kill it
@BrunoGeeB: @alwaysaloglisci @SylviaMTV i don't condone that and I'm friends with her as I am them and I hope the respect that. This is not my fight
@itSabrinaK: I've honestly never watched The Challenge until tonight... pretty hooked
@IWantMyEmTV: I miss you @DiemBrownMTV. Wish I was able to follow through and compete for you and Hilary's legacy. Another time. 😘😘#TheChallengeInvasion
@BrunoGeeB: Death over dishonor are not just words to me.
@MTV_AMANDAG: You have a good soul @BrunoGeeB! Sad to see you go. Take care and keep conquering what life throws at you! 💪🏼👊🏼 #TheChallengeInvasion
@haileychivers: @JennaCompono I love you
- @JennaCompono: @haileychivers Love you pretty girl!
@iamtheophi: There's a reason for everything
@kailah_casillas: remember that mountain you all thought I couldn't climb bc I was hungover? Oh....
@ChallengeMTV: When @tjlavin shows up, that can only mean one thing... #TheChallenge is officially BACK 🙌🙌🙌 (GIF: Amanda - "Thank God!")
@CaraMariaMTV: Soooo.... about those champs..... 😜💪 @mtv @ChallengeMTV https://pbs.twimg.com/media/C4HiuYVWMAE8DBJ.jpg
@laurelstucky: Glad you all are excited about the show. #TheChallengeInvasion looks like it's going to pretty damn good. Good job @MTV
@ChallengeMTV: WEST COAST! #TheChallengeInvasion premieres RIGHT NOW! Are you ready? 👽👑
@kailah_casillas: I can't believe I was just on The Challenge.
@BarstoolChief: What CT and Bananas do at their age is equally as impressive as what Brady did at 39 #TheChallengeInvasion
- @ChallengeMTV: @BarstoolChief GOATS! #TheChallengeInvasion
@ChallengeMTV: What's this? No mansion? Get used to it #Underdogs. You have to EARN your stripes! #TheChallengeInvasion
@ChallengeMTV: Retweet if you have GOOSEBUMPS! 😱😱😱 #TheChallengeInvasion
@iamtheophi: @A_Bartolotte this man is hilarious 😂😂😂
@BrunoGeeB: Happiness has always been the main priority, nothing else!
@ChallengeMTV: And this new season is gonna be the best one yet, BET! 🙌 #TheChallengeInvasion (GIF: Tony - "Out with the old, and in with the new!")
@ChallengeMTV: This is what being an #Underdog is all about. Time to rise up! 🐶 #TheChallengeInvasion (GIF of Bruno's words)
@jordiedanielle: Not everyone deserves to get to hear your story
@WestonBergmann: To all those wondering why I didn't do the challenge this season, I am/was busy with work. I invest in companies and now own part of over 💯
@TeaTimeWithToya: Me tryna take my mind off the first episode of #thechallengeinvasion https://pbs.twimg.com/media/C4HqwtQXAAELpKZ.jpg
@mikehalpern92: Challenge not gonna be as entertaining without @WestonBergmann #thechallengeinvasion
@ChallengeMTV: A ROOKIE won the first Challenge! That's why you don't sleep on the #Underdogs! 👏👏👏 #TheChallengeInvasion
@HollywoodLife: ‘The Challenge’ Champs On New Generation, ‘AYTO’ Cast & More ‘Invasion’ Scoop https://t.co/PdusR4TBaw
@ftwgiovanni: This ain't my first rodeo, I don't let the "fans" instigate or stir imaginary pots for the sake of their own entertainment. Yah pathetic
- @tylerobrienn: @ftwgiovanni Was dealing with this all day
@ChallengeMTV: "@ShelAlexander: The first episode of @ChallengeMTV did not disappoint....I love this show so much. I'm a loser, I know....and I'm ok with it." RT What is everyone's favorite part?!
@ChallengeMTV: Don't go anywhere, we got another hour of #TheChallengeInvasion for you NOW! 👏
@ChallengeMTV: Are you #TeamNelson, or #TeamTony? 🤔 #TheChallengeInvasion (GIF: Amanda - "This challenge definitely showed whose friendships were real.")
@ChallengeMTV: Cory... Come on dog 🙄😫 #TheChallengeInvasion
@ChallengeMTV: Love some good Challenge DRAMA! 🔥 #TheChallengeInvasion
@ChallengeMTV: When you IMMEDIATELY regret your decision LOL 🙈 #TheChallengeInvasion
@CaraMariaMTV: yo underdogs. One tuesdays we wear black. YOU CANT SIT WITH US. except Jenna. she cool. @mtv @ChallengeMTV #TheChallengeInvasion
@CaraMariaMTV: Dear @ChallengeMTV .... stop trying to make Underdogs happen. ITS NOT GOING TO HAPPEN! #fetch #TheChallengeInvasion #weAreComing
- @ChallengeMTV: @CaraMariaMTV The Invasion is coming... 💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼 #TheChallengeInvasion
@laurelstucky: Miss u too much @JennaCompono
@laurelstucky: Damn, how pretty is Thailand though?
@KellyAnneJudd: 🙏 Laying here thanking God I didn't do the last Challenge. What a head ache
@ChallengeMTV: WOW what a premiere! #TheChallengeInvasion has LANDED! We met #TheUnderdogs, and now #TheChamps are coming to f*ck sh*t up... stay tuned 🙌
@laurelstucky: Dude @MTV rocks.
@CardellChris: Great season so far!!! Probably one of the best ones yet! #thechallengeinvasion 🇹🇭🇹🇭
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Well, Real World Cancun alum (and new movie star) Emilee as well as buddy Andrew Kirk and I agree on one thing: this was the best premiere of a Challenge in a while. We saw two players emerge as those who became disliked for their actions in the Shelter: Kailah in making her name known there in the same manner we saw her on Twitter in the lead-up to this season and on her Real World in aligning with the drama-free Jenna, Tony and a few others. The other was Sylvia, whose move of going with the alliance after the season's first mission saw her break bonds with her Real World Skeletons cast, and ultimately sending one of her castmates home when Bruno lost to Tony in the guys' elimination. And Staten Island was in the news in this episode with Nicole winning that first Challenge to gain entry into the Oasis along with Dario, and Marie losing the other elimination to Kailah - no doubt making her one to watch this season.
Now, if you're seeking more on this premiere...need not worry. The original portions of our weekly coverage -- that is, the recap, fantasy scoring, polls and stories relating to this season's cast -- is on DC WRAP... That will come your way early next week before Week 2 in Thailand. Now, let's digress for a moment and turn outside the Trifecta...
Speaking of Sports
PASSING THE TORCH
This week marked one year to go to the 2018 Olympic Winter Games, taking place in the winter resort town of PyeongChang, South Korea. If you know me, the Olympics are the one sports event I look forward to more than any other, and embodies the philosophy of diversity I have watching all sports and appreciating the athletes who compete on sports' grandest stage. DCBLOG can cite one very important partner of the Olympic Movement as an inspiration of sorts to how this site gets to present our coverage of the Trifecta here and the stories of this ecosystem.
Aside from my MTV connections, I've always had an equally great relationship with NBC Sports in being a loyal viewer, big fan and tremendous admirer of their exceptional work covering the sports world. You might say that anything that airs on the weekend on the network or during the week on NBCSN, Golf Channel and the CSN regional networks where I live is better quality-wise than the hot takes taking over their 3-& 4-lettered rivals in the sports media world. Them also being the Olympic broadcaster for 30 years also makes having a 17-night appointment with sports' biggest event feel that much more enjoyable for me.
NBC's way of telling the stories of the athletes who compete for gold serves as a template to how I get to tell the stories of the people of the Trifecta to all of you on here, in addition to offering everything else DCBLOG offers each week...sharing that passion for quality that I put forth in these posts. And Thursday, a transition of power took place at its most prominent position.
Bob Costas began his broadcasting career in the 1970's where he went to college, at Syracuse University as a proud alum of that upstate New York college. There started a career in sportscasting that would ultimately take him around the world, which included stints in St. Louis calling the ABA Spirits on radio powerhouse KMOX and in Chicago with the Bulls, among others. In 1979, an icon of the TV business Don Ohlmeyer, who was executive producer of NBC Sports at the time, called him up and asked him to bring his talents to a national audience, and Bob made his debut covering a weightlifting event shortly thereafter... The rest has become history.
In 37 years at the Peacock, Bob has represented the heart & soul of NBC Sports, becoming one of the network's most recognizable faces and voices. Virtually every event - big & small - that NBC has covered, he has contributed at in some sort: spanning the NFL, the golden age of the NBA on NBC, Triple Crown horse racing, golf, NHL and beyond. His love of baseball - best exemplified by having a Mickey Mantle baseball card stuffed in his wallet - flourished there as a play-by-play announcer on NBC's baseball Game of the Week in the '80s, which has parlayed into having a prominent part of the MLB Network in addition to writing several books on his favorite game since childhood.
That journey has taken him to Atlanta, Australia, Salt Lake City, Athens, Italy, China, Canada, London, Russia and, most recently, to Rio de Janiero...traveling a good portion of the world as much as my parents have as of late. He, like everyone else, watched in awe when Muhammad Ali lit the cauldron in Atlanta, stood in Tienanmen Square a day after the bold Opening Ceremony in Beijing, flew into Vancouver via a seaplane, chronicled the entire journey of Michael Phelps, and interviewed hundreds of medal winners and newsmakers including two Presidents. You pretty much knew this was gonna be Must See TV the moment you heard Bob's voice in the opening tease that began NBC's primetime broadcast to the tune of John Williams' Olympic score.
On Thursday - one year before the Opening Ceremony of the 2018 Winter Games, Costas - now in his mid-60's - announced on NBC's Today Show that he will be stepping down from his Olympic hosting duties and passing the torch once held by Jim McKay - who crafted the mold of hosting an Olympics at ABC - to another fellow Syracuse alum, former ESPN & ABC broadcaster Mike Tirico, starting next February. Last year, this site looked at how pivotal Tirico's move from ESPN to NBC was in being a game-changer in sports media, as viewer habits are changing, talent are switching networks and those who've been in this business for very long, including Bob, are either retiring or reducing their work load.
With him being one of the best broadcasters of his generation and also one of the most versatile and hard-working as well, there's been wide industry sentiment, including at his old employers, since yesterday that no one is more deserving of inheriting the Olympic host job than Mike. Having developed 25 years' worth of his craft hosting and calling the NFL, NBA, golf and so many other sports, plus hosting the past two FIFA World Cups and returning to Rio last year as a NBC daytime host, Tirico has accumulated the credentials necessary to handle the job of hosting an event that attracts a routinely large audience every night for two weeks, which was once of the key factors in him making that move. And ironically, Mike was the first recipient of a sportscasting scholarship made in Costas' name at Syracuse back in 1987, making this all come full circle when he moved to NBC last summer and gaining this promotion to primetime.
As someone who stood literally many feet away from him when I was at the Niners/Seahawks game on Thanksgiving in 2014, I have enjoyed Bob's company for those two weeks every two years since I was in elementary school. He has no doubt enjoyed a tremendous run as NBC primetime host, doing that for a record 181 nights over 24 years, which doesn't include of course that well-known bout with pinkeye that saw him miss a week's worth of competition at the Sochi Winter Games earlier that year. As he now inherits an emeritus role at NBC Sports similar to what longtime NBC Nightly News anchor Tom Brokaw has at NBC News, Costas says of his successor, "NBC has made the right choice and I could not be more happy about that."
Aside from my MTV connections, I've always had an equally great relationship with NBC Sports in being a loyal viewer, big fan and tremendous admirer of their exceptional work covering the sports world. You might say that anything that airs on the weekend on the network or during the week on NBCSN, Golf Channel and the CSN regional networks where I live is better quality-wise than the hot takes taking over their 3-& 4-lettered rivals in the sports media world. Them also being the Olympic broadcaster for 30 years also makes having a 17-night appointment with sports' biggest event feel that much more enjoyable for me.
NBC's way of telling the stories of the athletes who compete for gold serves as a template to how I get to tell the stories of the people of the Trifecta to all of you on here, in addition to offering everything else DCBLOG offers each week...sharing that passion for quality that I put forth in these posts. And Thursday, a transition of power took place at its most prominent position.
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| Credit: NBC Sports Group |
In 37 years at the Peacock, Bob has represented the heart & soul of NBC Sports, becoming one of the network's most recognizable faces and voices. Virtually every event - big & small - that NBC has covered, he has contributed at in some sort: spanning the NFL, the golden age of the NBA on NBC, Triple Crown horse racing, golf, NHL and beyond. His love of baseball - best exemplified by having a Mickey Mantle baseball card stuffed in his wallet - flourished there as a play-by-play announcer on NBC's baseball Game of the Week in the '80s, which has parlayed into having a prominent part of the MLB Network in addition to writing several books on his favorite game since childhood.
His versatility of hosting, play-by-play, reporting and interviewing has also afforded him to host several talk shows including the late night Later with Bob Costas; contributing to NBC News the exclusive interview with disgraced Penn State coach Jerry Sandusky, and providing bold halftime commentary on the NFL's off-field dealings. And that has translated into winning 27 Emmy Awards - more than any other broadcaster in history and spanning the three main TV genres of sports, news and entertainment; plus many other awards, accolades and acclaim from his industry peers.
But to both the passionate sports fan and those casuals who don't watch sports regularly, Bob is best known to everyone as the longtime primetime host of NBC's Olympic coverage. In 1988, he hosted late night in Seoul, and four years later his Later executive producer (and a protege of influential ABC Sports & News executive Roone Arledge) who had become executive producer and NBC Sports head, Dick Ebersol, upgraded Bob to the big chair. There in Barcelona where the Dream Team debuted - and in every Olympics NBC has broadcast since (spanning all but two since summer '92), Bob has proudly served in that position for eleven Games, taking viewers from venue to venue, interviewing athletes and newsmakers, and all else that makes the Olympic host job as highly-coveted as any in the television business.That journey has taken him to Atlanta, Australia, Salt Lake City, Athens, Italy, China, Canada, London, Russia and, most recently, to Rio de Janiero...traveling a good portion of the world as much as my parents have as of late. He, like everyone else, watched in awe when Muhammad Ali lit the cauldron in Atlanta, stood in Tienanmen Square a day after the bold Opening Ceremony in Beijing, flew into Vancouver via a seaplane, chronicled the entire journey of Michael Phelps, and interviewed hundreds of medal winners and newsmakers including two Presidents. You pretty much knew this was gonna be Must See TV the moment you heard Bob's voice in the opening tease that began NBC's primetime broadcast to the tune of John Williams' Olympic score.
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| Credit: NBC Sports Group |
With him being one of the best broadcasters of his generation and also one of the most versatile and hard-working as well, there's been wide industry sentiment, including at his old employers, since yesterday that no one is more deserving of inheriting the Olympic host job than Mike. Having developed 25 years' worth of his craft hosting and calling the NFL, NBA, golf and so many other sports, plus hosting the past two FIFA World Cups and returning to Rio last year as a NBC daytime host, Tirico has accumulated the credentials necessary to handle the job of hosting an event that attracts a routinely large audience every night for two weeks, which was once of the key factors in him making that move. And ironically, Mike was the first recipient of a sportscasting scholarship made in Costas' name at Syracuse back in 1987, making this all come full circle when he moved to NBC last summer and gaining this promotion to primetime.
Tirico tweeted afterwards, "Thanks to Bob, the entire NBC Sports team and so many of you who reached out today. So excited for this new chapter with the NBC Olympics family." Sunday Night Football analyst Cris Collinsworth had similar sentiment: "Mike Tirico is the gift that keeps on giving. He will be a great Olympic Host. Lucky to have him at NBC. Bob Costas never flinched when it came to journalistic integrity at the Olympics. Harder than you will ever know." And over at ESPN, Mike & Mike co-host Mike Greenburg added, "Congrats to Mike Tirico on the Olympics, the biggest gig in the industry. You couldn't be more deserving than he is. And congratulations on a job brilliantly done for 24 years by Bob Costas, the best there has ever been in our line of work. #Respect."
This move echoes what happened in 2009 at NBC Sports' other high-profile property of the NFL: when John Madden retired from Sunday Night Football after a classic Super Bowl XLIII, Collinsworth was brought in from the studio to take over alongside Al Michaels. That transition was likened by those at NBC as "going from Joe DiMaggio to Mickey Mantle," and SNF has remained the gold standard among NFL broadcasts, much the same way as the Olympics and all of NBC Sports' content over the years are around the industry.
That chair will no doubt be in great hands going forward with the network's long-term Olympic partnership stretching over the next decade. And while it came as a little bit of a surprise to some that this move has come a little earlier than planned as it was thought this was going to occur at the 2020 Tokyo Summer Games, it's no surprise Mike Tirico has earned his moment to debut in a year from now in South Korea, and Bob Costas has earned his place as the best of all time in sports television.
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We are just warming up on our weekly trek TIMES TWO of the MTV Trifecta at DCBLOG. Now that we've brought you the 'Pulse of this Challenge Invasion premiere, we'll take an opportunity to catch our breath and prepare to bring you the other half of the week in the Trifecta, as tomorrow we'll delve into Are You The One? as Team 22 is put through the ringer of a lie detector. Plus, join two MTV alums as they try their luck to win money while most of you aren't at home, and find out about the strong ties among some of this season's Challengers before setting foot in Thailand.
In the meantime, not only is this weekend our first one of this cycle providing double coverage of the Trifecta, it's also Grammy Weekend, as music's best are taking center stage in Los Angeles. Make sure to join me over at DCNOW @DC408DxNow for a Grammy weekend edition of DC Playlist either tonight or tomorrow depending upon the blog schedule, all leading up to the big show taking place on Sunday, starting at 6:30PM Eastern/3:30PM Pacific from the Staples Center in L.A.
Thank you for checking out the 'Pulse of the Premiere of The Challenge Invasion, and be sure to join us tomorrow when DCBLOG's coverage of the MTV Trifecta continues. Make it a great weekend.
- I AM DC
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