Obsessed with dramatic eliminations and debates over who’s the ultimate Challenge GOAT? You’re not alone. These women haven’t just played the game—they’ve made it riveting. From political chess masters to unstoppable athletes, they’ve changed the rules of reality TV. Let’s dive into the 10 all-time best female competitors, starting with the newer stars and moving toward the veterans who built the legacy.
10. Tori Deal – Face of the Game for New Era
Since arriving, Tori Deal has been a franchise staple. With more than 30 daily challenge victories and several final appearances through eight complete seasons, she had paid her dues. She finally won her first championship on Ride or Dies, and her consistent appearance in finals indicates she’s not a flash in the pan. Vocal Media writes, “Tori has been the female face of the show for the last few seasons…” Look for her to continue rising.
9. Susie Meister – The Undefeated Strategist
In her four major-season appearances, Susie Meister has never been eliminated. That’s correct—zero eliminations. With two wins and two runner-up placings, she’s all about efficiency and politics. She’s strategic, calm under pressure, and polished in gameplay. As Vocal Media asserts, “Susie has never been eliminated from The Challenge ever.” Not bad.
8. Jenny West – Raw Athletic Power
Fewer seasons but massive influence. Jenny West might have participated in only three flagship challenges, but she’s already won two overall titles. Her Total Madness domination was out-of-this-world. As Vocal Media states, “Jenny is already number 7. She is that good.” If she continues to come back, she could be even higher on this list. Raw strength and accuracy.
7. Ashley Mitchell – The Million-Dollar Winner
Ashley Mitchell is not only a winner—she’s the highest-paid woman in Challenge history. Who can forget that time she pocketed the million-dollar prize for herself on Final Reckoning? That move raised doubts about her endurance in some strategic partnerships, but not so when it came to playing for real. “Ashley is the highest-grossing female challenger. She has won over $1 million,” says Vocal Media. Talk is cheap.
6. Sarah Rice – The Resilient Gladiator
Sarah Rice’s narrative is one of heartbreak, determination, and redemption. Two victories and numerous finals after nine seasons, she’s a master at puzzles, physical challenges, and alliance flips. Her breakup with Johnny Bananas on Rivals III ranks among the greatest betrayals in show history, but Sarah’s legacy extends much further. Collider lauded her as “a brilliant woman… the heart of The Challenge.” She came back tougher each time.
5. Laurel Stucky – Dominant & Unapologetic
Laurel is not messing around. With two championships and a deadly 10–3 elimination record, she’s a physical terror with flames burning in her eyes. She won every final in her first four seasons, and her long-standing feud with Cara Maria became franchise legend. “Laurel is a beast who had one of the best first 4 seasons ever,” according to Vocal Media. She’s a legend in the making.
4. Veronica Portillo – The First Social Powerhouse
One of the game’s first titans, Veronica Portillo, accumulated three championships and almost 50 daily challenge victories during Challenge’s initial run. Although she hasn’t played since the early 2000s, her political prowess set the tone for all future strategists. “Veronica does deserve to be included in the top 10, but I couldn’t rank her above any of the following names,” Vocal Media opines. Her presence is still felt in the house today.
3. Cara Maria Sorbello – The Elimination Queen
No one controls eliminations like Cara Maria. With three championships in 15 seasons and an incredible 13–5 elimination record, she ruled the duel landscape. She made six consecutive finals and won half of them—mind-boggling consistency. Yardbarker points out, “No woman has more elimination wins than her… she also had a run where she reached six straight finals.” Her legacy is built on resilience, adaptability, and unbreakable concentration.
2. Rachel Robinson – The Chameleon Champion
Flexibility is Rachel’s trademark. She’s got three victories in eight years, and she’s done a victory lap across all domains—doubles, teams, even solo competitions. With lightning-quick strategic ability and world-class athletic ability, she navigates whatever The Challenge presents her with. According to Vocal Media, “Rachel jumped up to number 2 on my list after taking Battle of the Eras… she won a standalone season…” Ready to roll at any time.
1. Evelyn Smith – The Challenge’s Biggest Legend
At the very apex sits Evelyn Smith—the undisputed GOAT. In only seven seasons, she won three titles, holds a record-breaking elimination record, and was both a feared and respected player in the eyes of the fans and foes. Vocal Media flat-out asserts it: “Evelyn is the Greatest Challenger of All-Time and I will die on this hill.” And with dominance over physical and social play, she’s the standard of greatness.