(mathematician) & Evgenia Medvedeva (figure skater) Evgeny Ershov (blogger) & Katya Adushkina (blogger/singer)

The winners established in this episode went on to compete in the 10th episode (the finale on December 17, 2022). Ultimately, the team of won the first season, famously deciding to donate a portion of their winnings to the schools that raised them. Where to Watch

As the number of contestants dwindled, the emotional tension peaked, with every mistake potentially leading to elimination right before the finale. Looking Ahead to the Grand Final

The 9th episode focused on the high stakes of being just one step away from the finish line.

This blog post summarizes the events of the , which aired on TNT on December 10, 2022 . This penultimate episode was a critical turning point that determined the final three pairs of contestants who moved on to battle for the 10 million ruble grand prize. Episode Overview: The Path to the Finale

By the end of this episode, the following three pairs emerged as the official finalists:

(wrestler/actor) & Ekaterina Shcheglova (nuclear physicist) Key Moments and Drama

Pairs had to demonstrate not just physical strength but also the ability to communicate and solve complex intellectual tasks under pressure.