{
  "id": 702828,
  "title": "‘The Amazing Race’ Season 39: Meet the Cast — and a New Twist",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/the-amazing-race-season-39-meet-the-cast-and-a-new-twist",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-12T21:45:12.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "TheWrap",
    "slug": "thewrap",
    "url": "https://www.thewrap.com/media-platforms/tv/the-amazing-race-season-39-cast-photos/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "CBS has announced Season 39 of \"The Amazing Race,\" set to premiere on the network later this summer, following the conclusion of \"Big Brother\" Season 28. This season introduces 13 teams of contestants, each armed with a new game-changing twist: an Express Pass good through the first six legs of the race. Host Phil Keoghan expressed excitement about the renewed interest in everyday Americans stepping out of their comfort zones to race around the world.\n\nThe 13 teams consist of a mix of professional athletes, military personnel, healthcare executives, military officers, developers, medical students, civil engineers, dietitians, and siblings from various locations across the United States. The first leg of the journey will kick off in Vancouver, Canada, where the teams will embark on a race across five continents, nine countries, 13 cities, and more than 25,000 miles.\n\nAmong the new twists this season is the return of a classic element, along with a first-time visit to Albania. Contestants will have to strategically decide when to utilize their Express Pass, adding an extra layer of challenge to the already thrilling race for a $1 million prize.",
  "summary": "Phil Keoghan kicks things off in Vancouver, Canada, with a two-night premiere next month on CBS The post ‘The Amazing Race’ Season 39: Meet the Cast — and a New Twist appeared first on TheWrap .",
  "key_points": [
    "Season 39 of The Amazing Race premieres later this summer on CBS",
    "13 teams of contestants, each with a unique game-changing twist",
    "Express Pass usable through the first six legs of the race"
  ],
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  "coverage": {
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  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}