In the thrilling finale of Race Across the World, best friends Jo Diop and Kush Burman emerged victorious, becoming the first pair to reach the final checkpoint and winning £20,000. Their journey spanned 51 days, covering over 7,400 miles from Palermo, Sicily, to Hatgal, Mongolia. The finale, aired on May 21, featured four remaining pairs racing through a snowy forest, with Jo and Kush celebrating their win by jumping into the snow. They entered the competition lightheartedly after completing their A-levels, but quickly won over fans. The second place was claimed by father-daughter duo Andrew and Molly, while siblings Katie and Harrison and in-laws Mark and Margo followed. Viewers were particularly moved by Mark and Margo's story of reconciliation after years of conflict, motivated by the wishes of Margo's late sister, Julia. Jo expressed plans to use the prize money for travel and personal items, while also considering helping his mother with a future home. The show, narrated by John Hannah, has evolved since its debut in 2019, moving from BBC Two to BBC One and recently launching a companion podcast.