Clara is the Sixth Contestant Eliminated from Bake Off 2026
As the reality television competition returned on Channel 4, Clara became the sixth contestant eliminated from the white tent after facing Pastry Week challenges set by judges Paul Hollywood and Nigella Lawson, radiotimes.com reported.
Tom Becomes Star Baker as Clara Leaves
The sixth episode of the season tested the remaining bakers on shortcrust, puff, and hot water crust pastry before moving to a demanding technical challenge. Contestants faced a hike up the Carpathian Mountains metaphorically as they attempted to make a Polish choux dessert, according to radiotimes.com reporting. At the end of the episode, host Alison Hammond named Tom as star baker, while fellow host Noel Fielding delivered the news of Clara’s exit.
Reflecting on her departure, Clara told the show, “I had a blast, love you guys! This experience – it’s not only that you are learning about baking, but you are learning a lot about you.” She added that she never thought she could complete the challenges with her disorder and hoped to inspire others.
Elimination History
Clara’s departure follows five previous eliminations across the current season of the competition, which introduced new judge Nigella Lawson alongside returning judge Paul Hollywood and hosts Alison Hammond and Noel Fielding. In week five, Yannis left the tent following dessert week, while Connie secured star baking honors. Week four brought two departures: Molly exited, and Nikki withdrew due to family reasons, prompting Alison Hammond to step in for the judging of her signature cheesy pesto tear and share garlic bread.
Earlier in the run, Shannon exited in week three, as she departed. Danni became the first baker to leave the tent during biscuit week.
| Contestant | Elimination Week | Challenge Focus |
|---|---|---|
| Danni | Week 2 | Biscuit Week |
| Shannon | Week 3 | General Evaluation |
| Molly | Week 4 | General Evaluation |
| Nikki | Week 4 | Family Reasons (Signature Challenge) |
| Yannis | Week 5 | Dessert Week |
| Clara | Week 6 | Pastry Week |
Remaining Contestants and Broadcast Schedule
The Great British Bake Off continues on Tuesday 6 October at 8pm on Channel 4, providing viewers with further episodes as the remaining contestants vie for the series title, a branded cake stand, and a bouquet of flowers.
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