As the sun sets on the intense battles of the Tournament of Champions season 7 qualifiers, the bracket is now officially set with 32 talented chefs ready to face off in the main event. Premiering on Sunday, March 1 at 8 p.m. ET/PT on Food Network, this season promises to be the most unpredictable yet.
After two weeks of grueling competition, eight chefs have earned their spots among the 20 previously announced competitors. The stakes are higher than ever as each chef prepares to bring their A-game to the arena.
The chefs are divided into four regions, competing in head-to-head, single-elimination battles. Blind judging remains a key component, with each matchup determined by the Randomizer. However, the biggest twist of this season remains a secret, waiting to be revealed.
One exciting development is the introduction of culinary “industry icons” as the No. 1 seeds in each division. These icons, who have never competed in the Tournament of Champions before, will be unveiled only when they enter the arena for their first battle. Host Guy Fieri explains, “We put four industry icons in the top seed, immediately putting targets on their backs for the win-hungry competitors, and that alone is the secret ingredient for the most epic season yet.”
The battles are set to be intense as the chefs face off for a chance to claim the Tournament of Champions title and the $150,000 grand prize during the finale on Sunday, April 19. Prepare to be on the edge of your seat as the competition unfolds, revealing new surprises and fierce culinary showdowns.
Don’t miss the season 7 premiere of Tournament of Champions on Sunday, March 1 at 8 p.m. ET/PT on Food Network. And for more exclusive content and behind-the-scenes insights, you can catch the show on HBO Max and discovery+ the following day.
Stay tuned for a season filled with excitement, drama, and extraordinary culinary talent as these chefs battle it out for the ultimate prize.
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