Overview
- Kyle Fraser, a 31-year-old attorney from Brooklyn, was crowned Sole Survivor after a 5-2-1 jury vote, winning the $1 million prize.
- Eva Erickson, a PhD candidate from Rhode Island, placed second with two votes, while firefighter Joe Hunter from California finished third with one vote.
- The season finale featured two immunity challenges and a fire-making duel, narrowing the final five contestants to the final three.
- Fraser's gameplay included a majority alliance with Hunter and Erickson and a hidden partnership with Kamilla Karthigesu, enabling key blindsides.
- Hunter dedicated his participation to his late sister, Joanna, while Erickson's journey highlighted her experiences as an autistic contestant.