Overview

• Buschmann confirmed to dpa that the upcoming jubilee run will be his final season on the RTL competition format he has fronted since its 2016 debut.
• The anniversary season streams on RTL+ one week before its linear launch on RTL, with the TV start set for September 19, 2025.
• RTL plans special elements for the 10th season, including the "Der direkte Weg ins Finale" special after seven prelims and the return of past fan-favorite athletes.
• The show will continue after his departure, with Jan Köppen and Laura Wontorra on board for the jubilee season and future commentary arrangements to be determined.
• Buschmann says he will remain on TV, continues work with Sky, and further projects with RTL are reported but not formally detailed.