‘Survivor’ Recap: Two Players Eliminated in Part 1 of Season 47 Finale.
After the surprising twist of “Operation Italy” in last week’s episode of Survivor, only six players were left as they entered part one of the season 47 finale. The episode, airing on Wednesday, December 11, began with Andy needing to clarify his actions to his “underdog” alliance members — Sue, Rachel, and Teeny — after he collaborated with Genevieve and Sam to eliminate Caroline.
The Fallout from ‘Operation Italy’
Sue expressed her frustration following the tribal council, feeling the loss of her main ally, Caroline, and criticized Andy for his inconsistent gameplay. In an effort to mend fences, Andy misled Teeny by claiming he had devised the plan on the way to tribal council to break up Sue, Caroline, and Rachel. Sam and Genevieve supported this narrative, suggesting that the blindside was merely a “happy accident,” in hopes of persuading Teeny to join them for a four-person majority in the next tribal council. Teeny, aware that Rachel posed a significant challenge threat and could be a fire-making contender at the final four, was considering shifting her allegiance to target Rachel.
Rachel was onto the group of four and decided to follow them when they gathered for a late-night chat. She overheard their conversation about targeting her, and caught Teeny mentioning her “block a vote” advantage to Sam and Genevieve. What they didn’t realize was that Rachel had a hidden immunity idol tucked away, which she planned to use to her benefit. Sue also had a secret idol but was on the lookout for another one.
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When Rachel spotted her searching, she shared with Sue that she already possessed the other immunity idol. Sue, however, kept her own idol under wraps. Meanwhile, the women, along with Teeny, were still convinced that Genevieve had an idol due to her earlier deception at the tribal council.
Who Won the Final 6 Immunity Challenge on Part 1 of ‘Survivor’ Season 47 Finale?
During the immunity/reward challenge, the contestants had to navigate a buoy through various obstacles in the water, swimming from one to the next. At the end, they faced a classic Survivor puzzle. Despite expressing her dislike for these puzzles, Genevieve managed to secure the victory, earning immunity and a guaranteed place in the final five. In addition to immunity, Genevieve won a trip to the sanctuary for a steak dinner. Although she and Sam were close allies, he told her she didn’t have to choose him to accompany her. Ultimately, Genevieve selected Sue and Teeny to join her instead.
Genevieve set to work persuading Sue and Teeny that Rachel posed the greatest danger remaining in the game. Teeny agreed with her, but Sue hesitated, secretly aware that Rachel possessed the idol.
Meanwhile, Rachel cautioned Andy and Sam that by keeping Genevieve in the game, they were essentially handing her the victory. Sam confessed to Rachel that she was his target, believing she would outshine him in the final. Feeling emotional, Rachel reassured Sam and Andy—her former Gata tribe members—that she wouldn’t be upset if they chose to vote her out, playing into their assumption that she was on her way home.
Although Rachel was confident in her safety due to her idol, she hoped to save it for the final five. To do this, she tried to convince Andy that Sam was more likable and could secure jury votes if he made it to the end. Despite knowing Rachel was the target, both Sam and Genevieve felt uneasy. Sam recognized he was in Rachel's sights, and Rachel revealed to Andy that she planned to block Sam’s vote. She and Sue assured Andy they wouldn’t eliminate him at the next tribal council if he supported Rachel by voting with them this time. Sue advised Rachel to be cautious of Andy and suggested she play her idol at tribal.
Who Was Eliminated at the Final 6 Tribal Council in Part 1 of ‘Survivor’ Season 47 Finale?
After some reflection, Andy informed Rachel that he believed it was in his best interest to vote her out that night. However, he also attempted to manage the jury's perception by asking her not to take it personally. This raised concerns for Rachel, making her wonder if Andy might be a more significant threat than she had initially thought, prompting her to reconsider whether to target Andy instead of Sam.
At the tribal council, Rachel made it a point to highlight Andy's betrayal during the previous tribal, while Sam noted that Rachel posed the greatest threat remaining in the game. Throughout the proceedings, Rachel pretended she was certain she would be voted out, cleverly concealing the fact that she possessed an idol. Since this was her last opportunity to use her “block a vote” advantage, Rachel decided to block Sam’s vote.
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To everyone’s surprise, she then revealed her idol, nullifying the three votes cast against her. Ultimately, Rachel came to the conclusion that Andy was a bigger threat than Sam. She and Sue cast their votes for Andy, leading to his elimination and leaving just five players in the competition. Back at camp, Rachel shared the story of how she acquired her idol and encouraged Genevieve to do the same regarding hers. Genevieve continued to act as if she had an idol, with Sam being the only one aware that it was a ruse.
Genevieve vs. Rachel on ‘Survivor’ Season 47
The following day, Sam rummaged through Rachel’s bag, hoping to find another idol. He came up empty-handed but realized they needed to ensure she didn’t discover a new one if it became available. Meanwhile, both Genevieve and Rachel recognized that they were the top threats left in the game, with Genevieve tailing Rachel as she searched for idols. The two women were excited about the prospect of facing off in a final 5 showdown, acknowledging that if neither made it to the final tribal council, Sam would likely take the win. Sam, Teeny, and Sue expressed their frustration over Rachel and Genevieve flaunting their threat status.
Who Won the Final 5 Immunity Challenge on Part 1 of ‘Survivor’ Season 47 Finale?
During the immunity challenge, the final five contestants had to navigate an obstacle course and then use a long pole to stack six balls while balancing on a shaky platform. After a tense back-and-forth, the challenge culminated in a face-off between Genevieve and Rachel. Rachel emerged victorious, securing her place in the final four and marking her third individual immunity win.
Genevieve realized she needed to keep up the ruse about her fake idol to stay in the game. Sam, aware that he might be targeted since everyone thought Genevieve was safe, set out to shift the focus onto her instead. The sports reporter informed Teeny that Genevieve's idol was indeed a sham. Having been let down by Genevieve several times this season, Teeny was determined to go after her former Lavo ally.
Who Was Eliminated at the Final 5 Tribal Council in Part 1 of ‘Survivor’ Season 47 Finale?
Teeny shared her findings with Rachel and Sue, but Rachel was doubtful, prompting Teeny to confront Genevieve directly. Genevieve confessed to Teeny that her idol was fake, yet she remained optimistic that the others would target Sam instead. When Teeny relayed this back to Rachel and Sue, they found themselves torn about what to believe regarding Genevieve’s idol. As they approached tribal, their voting decision was still uncertain. During tribal council, Rachel and Teeny engaged in a live discussion about their options, still unsure if Genevieve’s idol was genuine or not. After the votes were cast, Sue decided to play her idol on herself, knowing it was her last opportunity. Sam received two votes, but ultimately, it was Genevieve who was voted out.
In the thrilling first part of the Survivor Season 47 finale, alliances were tested and strategic moves were made. Rachel’s impressive win in the Final 5 immunity challenge solidified her position in the game, but not without intense rivalry from Genevieve. The Tribal Council saw a dramatic turn of events, with Rachel cleverly using her idol and "block a vote" advantage to secure her safety. Ultimately, Andy was voted out, leaving the remaining players to continue battling for the title. As the game narrows down to the final four, the stakes are higher than ever, promising an exciting conclusion.
