GLADIATORS has delighted legions of fresh fans with the BBC re-boot.
Yet as well as the terrifying challenges, tough stars and nasty injuries, there have been a slew of red-faced moments from the original series, celeb spin off and new Gladiators instalments.
Here we take a look at the best funny bits.
PANTS DOWN
Back in 1993, show bad-boy Wolf took on gymnast Roddy Mackay in a game of Hang Tough.
It was the semi-final stage and the rings were in store for the two challengers.
Yet after just a couple of swings, blue vest-clad Wolf reached Roddy.
He clung on to his torso and proceeded to wriggle around, pulling off his shorts in the process and exposing his pants.
STAR TRIP
Former BBC Breakfast host Louise Minchin was left red-faced when she stumbled on the iconic eliminator.
The broadcaster was in the line-up for the show’s celebrity special earlier this year, yet despite her athleticism, took a tumble during the final stages.
After being helped over the first hurdle of the eliminator by referee Mark Clattenberg, when her legs were left hanging over the bar, she then tripped on a flat strip of flooring.
Yet the telly favourite was quick to see the funny side, posting a screen grab of the moment to her page on X with the words: “Me trying to tackle 2025! I hope it goes better for you.”
WARDROBE MALFUNCTION
Meanwhile, another red-faced moment saw the show forced to be stopped after a wardrobe malfunction.
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Within seconds of the first game, Powerball, referee Mark was forced to blow his whistle as Phantom found himself in an unfortunate situation.
The audience at the arena were left stunned as the commentators debated why the game had been pulled to an early stop.
However, it quickly transpired that Phantom had lost his shoe during the game.
Speaking to the audience, Mark said: “Because the Gladiator lost the shoe, we had to delay the match.”