"Laughable at this point" — Tournament of Champions fans react to Dawn's performance

Food Network aired the first two episodes of Tournament of Champions on Feb 16, 2025, and the fans are still buzzing about each chef's performance. The show, well-known for its intense challenges and high stakes, has drawn together some of the best chefs to compete in a demanding culinary contest.

Not every competitor has been able to make a good impression, even though many have dazzled the judges and audience with their creative recipes and audacious methods. Dawn is one such chef, and fans have had mixed reactions to her performance in the latest episodes.

Returning contestant Dawn found it difficult to live up to the high standards set by the demanding format of the competition. Fans were disappointed because, despite her reputation as a talented chef, her performance fell short in several rounds. In one instance, she ended up serving an unfinished time, which has happened in the past too and her dish did not please the judges.

Social media was flooded with fans' reactions, with some considering her performance "laughable" in light of her prior experiences. Others, on the other hand, supported her, claiming that the competition's extreme pressure may have had a role.

A Reddit user and Tournament of Champions fan wrote,

"Fricken Dawn running out of time is laughable at this point. If you know her from Top Chef you will understand."

Another admirer left a comment,

"Once again Dawn forgets something at the last minute. Just not cut out for competition."

"Dawn and her lack of time management/ingredient completion skills got to her again. She’s a great competitor, but she just needs to get everything on the plate on time," another Reddit comment read.

More fans of Food Network's Tournament of Champions shared similar opinions.

A viewer posted, "I know, right?! I reminded my sister of Dawn’s consistent failure to finish on Top Chef. How on earth was she an Olympic athlete?"

"Soon as I saw her I said "she's not gonna win cuz she NEVER finishes on time." Later, bf said you called that one right!" haha!" another comment on social media read.

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Dawn's performance on Food Network's Tournament of Champions Season 6 left the audience questioning her choices

Fans had conflicting opinions on Dawn's performance on Food Network's Tournament of Champions, and the judges were left wondering about her decisions. Dawn's efforts were overshadowed by a crucial error in dish execution despite her amazing talent and strategic preparation.

Her approach to the challenge was praised by fans, who also emphasized her ability to use the randomizer elements to create a meal that was theoretically clever. But finally, the penalty of neglecting to add perfectly cooked mushrooms tipped the scales against her.

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Stay tuned to watch the next two episodes of Tournament of Champions on Food Network on Feb 23, 2025.