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Gladiators is back: What did you think?

2026 Gladiators Image source, BBC/Hungry Bear/Shutterstock/Getty
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Series 3 kicked off this weekend

Gladiators returned to our screens this weekend with a brand new series that is bigger and more action-packed than ever.

In the first episode viewers saw four new brave contenders enter the famous arena to face the powerful Gladiators.

And, we were introduced to the first of three new games - Destruction.

But, what did you think? Will it be the best series yet?

Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.

Who are the contenders?

The first four of the contenders Image source, BBC Gladiators Instagram
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We met the first four contenders in episode 1 on Saturday night

The first episode introduced some of the new contenders for this series.

Whilst some are super strong, and others are super quick, all of them are determined and brave.

And they are all hoping to be Gladiators champions.

What is the new game Destruction?

The new game with 4 walls for the Gladiators to break through Image source, David MacCormack/Hungry Bear/BBC/PA Wire
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The first of three new events was featured in this week's episode

The first of three new events was featured in Saturday night's episode - Destruction.

Destruction sets two contenders against one Gladiator in what the team at Gladiators call a "fast and fierce race of raw power".

In the game, each player charges down their own lane, facing four massive 8-foot barriers.

The first to smash through and slam the final button wins.

Each of this years Gladiators
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It's a full line up of Glads for the new series

With new games, new faces and huge challenges, Gladiators is already getting people talking.

What did you think of the first episode? Did you enjoy the new game Destruction?

Let us know in the comments.