“Take accountability” — The Challenge 40 fans call out Anessa for blaming her defeat on others

After Jenny West, Jordan Wiseley, and Rachel Robinson were crowned as the winners of The Challenge Season 40, the entire cast met once again for the reunion. On Jan 15, 2025, part 1 of the two-day reunion of the show aired on MTV, rehashing all the drama, fights, hookups, and unresolved tensions. Hosted by Maria Menounos, the episode delivered a rollercoaster ride for the challengers as well as the viewers of the show.

One of the hottest topics from the reunion was Anessa Ferreira's take on her defeat during The Challenge season 40. Anessa, known for her fiery nature, opened up about the events that led to her loss. She pointed fingers at a few colleagues, stating that their actions and lack of support contributed to her demise. The disagreement brought an extra dimension of drama to the already heated reunion, laying the groundwork for additional shocking revelations in the second half of the reunion.

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The Challenge 40 fans call out Anessa for blaming her defeat on others

Anessha's comments on part 1 of The Challenge 40 reunion triggered a backlash from followers, who took to social media to express their views. Many people felt that Anessa's refusal to accept responsibility for her own performance was unfair to the other participants.

A fan wrote, "They aren't doing Aneesa wrong; she just needs to take accountability for the fact that no one wants her on their team because she would be holding them back. #TheChallenge40"

"Aneesa always wants someone to carry her to the final when she can't even carry herself THROUGH the final. Pls. #TheChallengeReunion #TheChallenge40," a user commented.

Another person posted, "Aneesa always so damn entitled thinking she’s owed something. Doing challenges since 2002 and no wins. #TheChallenge40"

A few fans even pointed out how Anessa has been a weak player throughout.

"Aneesa needs to accept that she’s an anchor to any partnership or team she’s on because she’s just not at the same athletic level. #TheChallenge40," a viewer wrote.

Another post on X read, "Can someone please call Aneesa out for always coming in pathetically out of shape? That’s all I want. She wants everyone else to carry her when only like three Challengers even physically could. #TheChallenge40"

"Aneesa girl when will you realize that these people don’t want you on their team because YOU S*CK!!! She’s an absolute anchor, especially when compared to the other women in her era. She’s just not an asset to any team. #TheChallenge40," an X user posted on his account.

Though many shared criticism, a few X user showed their support for The Challenge 40 contestant.

"I will always be team @AneesaMTV f*ck who hates on her. she's always been my bitch from the first day I saw her on tv. Young and spicy lol #Thechallenge #Thechallenge40 #Reunion #TheChallengereunion," an admirer mentioned on his account.

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The Challenge 40 reunion part 1 aired on MTV this Wednesday, Jan 15. Stay tuned for part 2 of this season's wrap.