Gladiators fans divided on romantic subplot's necessity

In the latest episode of Gladiators, a romantic subplot emerged between contestants Apollo and Sabre. The semi-final aired on March 22, featuring intense action as athletes competed for a spot in the grand finale. During a locker room scene, viewers saw Sabre looking upset after a tough defeat. Apollo approached her to offer comfort. The interaction between Sabre and Apollo quickly caught the attention of fans. On social media, reactions were mixed. Some fans were excited about the budding romance, while others questioned its necessity in the show. One viewer commented on the tension between the two contestants, while another noted how it was refreshing to see their vulnerability. In this episode, Amanda secured her place in the final after defeating Keeva in the Eliminator round. She expressed her excitement, saying, "Dreams really do come true." Joe F also advanced by defeating Joe H and shared an emotional moment with his family in the audience. Gladiators continues to air on Saturdays on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.