Viewers of Celebrity Race Across The World have already crowned Jeff Brazier and his son Freddy as 'winners' following their touching moment on the show. The father-son duo are participating in the latest series of the popular BBC programme, where they must race to a far-off finish line without the use of air travel or modern amenities. They've had to abandon their luxurious lifestyles and depend solely on a map and a limited budget to navigate their 12,500km journey.
Joining them in the competition are Broadcaster Kelly Brook and her husband Jeremy, actor Kola Bokinni and his cousin Mary Ellen, and radio host Scott Mills and his spouse Sam. Viewers were moved just minutes into the episode when Jeff made a heartfelt confession, revealing that he's using the race as an opportunity to strengthen his bond with his son, whom he doesn't see often. The pair began their adventure in Belem, a port city in northern Brazil, and must reach their final destination.
To do so, they must pass through five checkpoints, only learning their next location once they've reached one. With a budget of £1,100, Jeff and 19-year-old Freddy aimed to save as much money as possible, choosing to stay off the beaten path and opting for a rural homestay, reports the Mirror . After a 14-hour overnight bus ride, they found themselves in the "middle of nowhere".
Jeff voiced his worries, asking: "Freddy, are you a little worried that we've put ourselves in the middle of nowhere." Owners Maria and her husband J.