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RACE Across the World is facing claims of being 'fake' just as the latest winners were crowned. Friends Alfie Watts and Owen Wood claimed victory after five teams of two raced their way to Indonesian island Lombok via a series of checkpoints. Their gruelling ordeal captivated viewers due to the difficult circumstances faced by contestants aiming to win.

However, revelations from past contestants and crew members have led to 'fake' claims for the hit BBC competition show. It emerged contestants can even stay in secret hotels for two days at each checkpoint. Viewers however, don't get to see the stays which were revealed after series four winner Alfie, 20, admitted it in a Facebook group themed around the show.



He confirmed they had to stay in the hotel for "safety reasons." Alfie said: "It does change depending on finishing times to make sure nobody leaves at an utterly ridiculous time - mainly for safety." His confession came after series two contestant Jen revealed that the teams have crew members with them all of the time.

Jen, who competed in series two alongside husband Rob, explained although there "isn't much viewers don't get to see," the two producers who travel with the teams are not shown on screen. She also confirmed that they have a "local fixer" and a medical expert who travel an hour behind n case of any emergencies. Jen revealed to the i: "You are always with two crew members and a medic, with a local fixer close behind.

"The crew really don't contribute, despi.

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