Host Claudia Winkleman appeared emotional as she said: “Two traitors but totally faithful to each other. Stephen and Rachel toast their win (BBC/Studio Lambert/Paul Chappells/PA)Rachel said: “It’s the best feeling in the world. Earlier in the episode, gardener James was banished after a tie in the vote with Rachel. Faraaz, Rachel, Stephen, Jade and Jack (Paul Chappells/Studio Lambert/BBC)James and Rachel were both given the chests of chance and Rachel was the one who won the shield, leaving James to exit the castle. Early in the series, Rachel and Stephen made a pact they would never vote for each other and formed an alliance to win the game together.

Source: The Herald January 23, 2026 22:02 UTC