‘Brilliant brains’ Contestant Eline Breaks Down Amid Claims of Tactical Elimination
Eline, a contestant on the popular RTL 4 quiz show Brilliant Brains, became visibly distressed and ultimately withdrew from the competition after repeatedly being selected for challenging rounds, leading to accusations of a deliberate strategy to exhaust her.The incident occurred during a recent taping, raising questions about the competitive dynamics of the program.
Sources close to the show reveal a pre-planned effort involving team members Jim, AWI, and Rashid to repeatedly place Eline in the ”Brain Off” segment. Rashid reportedly stated, “Then we have Liz out and Eline is really through it, I think, which means she will perform less.” Eline herself expressed exhaustion, stating, “I’m just tired. I’m just a bit through it,” after winning three consecutive duels. the repeated selections took a clear emotional toll, culminating in tears as she faced another round.
Eline’s fatigue became apparent when she struggled to recall answers during the final quiz, ultimately leading to her departure from the program after the third question. “I see my name and think: okay… is this how we are going to play it? I just want to cry a little, I’m a bit tired,” she said, wiping away tears.
the contestant later attributed her breakdown to the intense pressure of continuous learning, sighing, “I’m a bit tired. Learning every day has burned her up.”
Brilliant Brains airs every Saturday at 9.30 pm on RTL 4.The incident has sparked discussion among viewers regarding the show’s fairness and the psychological impact of its competitive format. Linda de Mol has hinted at future plans for the show, though details remain undisclosed.
