The time has come for the finale for “Beijing express, the epic of the Maharajas”. The final episode of this “all stars” edition of the M6 game will see the pairs made up of Clément and Emeline, the camping entertainer friends, and Jean-Claude and Axel, the grandfather and his grandson compete against each other. . This is the first time that these two duos have reached the final, during their respective seasons, 17 and 15, they were eliminated at the end of the eighth stage. The capital of India, New Delhi, will be the setting for this outcome, between mausoleums, parks, temples and the Chandni Chowk market. The prize for the winners is a prize pool of up to 100,000 euros… 20 Minutes takes stock of the forces present.
Clément and Emeline
Their strong point: the ardor. The 23 and 24 year old campsite leaders can count on their dynamism and their sense of contact. Essential qualities for “Beijing Express” and even more so during the final where speed in finding cars for hitchhiking is essential. The two friends are complementary and their very good understanding has only very rarely been interfered with by tensions. Enough to calmly approach the home stretch.
Their weak point: the ardor. Be careful not to let yourself be overwhelmed by excess enthusiasm and not to confuse speed with haste. The pair has already been in difficulty for these reasons during the season. For example, during the final duel of episode 4 when Clément injured his adductor.
Axel and Jean-Claude
Their strong point: over-motivation. Two years ago, the grandson and grandfather pair were eliminated from the game by losing their fourth final duel in a row. The mentality was no longer quite there, the stage had been particularly trying: Jean-Claude had not been able to complete the trek in the Wadi Rum desert (Jordan). This time, the duo is back on track. Axel wants this victory and his grandpa is ready to work hard to realize the dream of his grandson who took him on the adventure.
Their weak point: their ages. Without being ageist or disrespecting Jean-Claude, it must be said that his 75 years risk weighing in the balance against opponents in their twenties. During the season, “pappy” was in difficulty several times during the most physical events. If the final events prove to be particularly sporting, this could have an influence on the pair’s progress. Axel tends to lose his temper when he is in difficulty. However, serenity is essential to best tackle a “Beijing Express” final.
