Published: January 30, 2026 at 7:12 pm
The latest series of The Apprentice started with a double firing in Hong Kong.
Georgina Newton and Nikki Jetha were the first candidates in series 20 to hear Lord Sugar utter the dreaded work: ‘You’re fired.’
The record-equalling 20 candidates were tasked with securing nine items under the watchful eye of aides Karren Brady and Tim Campbell.
Both sides struggled but team leader Newton and project manager Jetha came under particular scrutiny after the female team only secured two items, with half the team late to the finishing line.
Newton, who is an East London-based actress and events manager, did at least live up to her promise to bring sunshine to the show during her brief appearance.
The double firing means there are now 18 candidates vying for Lord Sugar’s £250k investment and mentorship.