Nine new competitors face a Beast that's fiercer than ever. But only two will move on to the first semifinal round in "Beastmaster" history.

Two champion climbers are joined by a prizefighter, a powerlifter, a dance instructor, a surfer and others in a battle for two spots in the semifinals.

A new obstacle called "Rope Burn" challenges the third set of athletes. Two contestants become the last pair to qualify for the first semifinal.