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The Amazing Race

Season 1 Episode 9: The Unexpected Twist

The final five teams embark on a challenging leg, racing to reach the Temple of Dawn in Bangkok from the pit stop. Kevin and Drew initially take the lead, but Nancy and Emily, along with Joe and Bill, have the opportunity to use the Fast Forward to gain an advantage.

Season 1 Episodes:

Episode 1 The Race Begins

1. The Race Begins

Aired: Sep 5, 2001

Eleven teams depart from Central Park in New York City, racing to the airport...

Episode 2 Divide and Conquer

2. Divide and Conquer

Aired: Sep 19, 2001

The teams venture into Songwe Village, Zambia, for a new challenge where they...

Episode 3 Home for Some

3. Home for Some

Aired: Sep 26, 2001

The teams embark on a quest to pinpoint the location of La Grande Rue, a mass...

Episode 4 Colossal Showdown

4. Colossal Showdown

Aired: Oct 3, 2001

The next episode takes place in Paris, France, at the famous Chateau Les Baux...

Episode 5 Desert Storm

5. Desert Storm

Aired: Oct 10, 2001

The next episode begins at El Jem Coliseum, where teams set out on a 300-mile...

Episode 7 Triumph and Loss

7. Triumph and Loss

Aired: Oct 24, 2001

Team Guido struggles with social isolation as they become disconnected from t...

Episode 9 The Unexpected Twist

9. The Unexpected Twist

Aired: Nov 14, 2001

The final five teams embark on a challenging leg, racing to reach the Temple ...

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Info about The Amazing Race

Seasons: 37

Current Status: Returning Series

Network: CBS

Production Country: United States

Genres:Reality-TV, Adventure, Sport, Family