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Ole Janek Wins 'Der Boden ist Lava' Special, Claims €10,000 and Direct Final Berth

René Casselly, the long-time favorite, finished third after costly errors, shifting the narrative heading into the big final.

Overview

  • Janek set the night’s best mark at 2:30.61, the standout run of the special episode on RTL.
  • Thirty-five top athletes faced a ten-obstacle course that required never touching the ground.
  • Nine men and one standout woman earned direct tickets to the big final, including Janek.
  • Casselly remained in contention for the overall competition despite dropping to third on the night.
  • Philipp Göthert briefly led with 3:12.18 before Janek surpassed his time.