The Broken Bridge is an obstacle, firstly introduced as the seventh obstacle in Stage One on American Ninja Warrior 8, replacing the Coin Flip from the previous season.
It contained of six unstable hanging triangles, with gaps ranging from 2 feet/0.61 meters (e.g. from the first to second triangle) to 3.5 feet/1.07 meters (e.g. from the third to fourth triangle). The triangles were hung at slightly different heights, with every other triangle being a bit higher.
Likely due to the high elimination amounts of the previous obstacles in Stage One (particularly at the Propeller Bar and Jumping Spider), the obstacle only claimed Chris Boehm as its victim. Due the low knockout rate, similar to the Coin Flip, the obstacle was replaced by the Domino Pipes on the next season.
Other Season Appearances[]
American Ninja Warrior 9[]
The Broken Bridge returned as the fourth obstacle on American Ninja Warrior 9 in Daytona Beach. The obstacle had two modifications on the obstacle. Firstly, rather than being staggered up and down, the triangles were rearranged in a skewed pattern. Secondly, the cables between the triangles were removed, so they would swing independently (rather than as a whole).
During Daytona Beach qualifiers, the obstacle eliminated 6 competitors, including Jason Bergstrom and Hunter Sipes. During Daytona Beach finals, Steven Cen was the only competitor to trip on the obstacle.
American Ninja Warrior 10[]
On American Ninja Warrior 10, the Broken Bridge appeared in Philadelphia, but was moved a position back to the third obstacle. It swapped position with the Wingnuts, in which both obstacles were used in Daytona Beach course on the previous season. The obstacle itself was modified by adding one more triangle, making a total of seven triangles. The triangles were still arranged in a skewed pattern.
During Philadelphia qualifiers, the obstacle did much more damage than during the past two American Ninja Warrior seasons, as 15 competitors, including Carl Fantauzzo, Jr., Paulina Sterpe, and Helen Lin, failed on it. Since there were a total of seven triangles, most competitors stumbled midway and attempted to recover, only to drain energy while attempting to do so and consequently tumble.
Later on the same season, the Broken Bridge reappeared as the fourth obstacle during Dallas finals, replacing the Tuning Forks during Dallas qualifiers. However, the seventh triangle was placed slightly lower than the one used in Philadelphia course. This time, the obstacle took out Brittany Hanks and Andrew Lowes. In Hanks' case, she eventually still advanced to Las Vegas national finals via the top 2 female competitors.
Originally, during Philadelphia finals, the Tuning Forks was supposed to be the third obstacle on the course. However, due to severe weather on the day before the taping of city finals round in that city, affecting the safety factor of the course (particularly at the balance obstacle), the producers decided to keep the Broken Bridge as the third obstacle instead of swapping it with the Tuning Forks. During Philadelphia finals though, no competitor failed on the obstacle.
American Ninja Warrior 11[]
On American Ninja Warrior 11, the Broken Bridge appeared as the fourth obstacle in Seattle-Tacoma, with the obstacle still featuring seven triangles to step on.
During Seattle-Tacoma qualifiers, only 8 competitors failed on this obstacle. However, the Broken Bridge was responsible for causing two notable shockers, as it had eliminated both Geoff Britten and Austin Gray. This ultimately served as both of their earliest exits during their American Ninja Warrior careers, being the only season both of them failed to qualify for both the Las Vegas national finals and the semifinals.
Other competitors who were claimed by this obstacle during Seattle-Tacoma qualifiers also included Joe Prue, Chris Crary, and Lucas Simpson. The obstacle only eliminated Christi Marie during Seattle-Tacoma finals.
American Ninja Warrior 13[]
On American Ninja Warrior 13, the Broken Bridge appeared as the third obstacle during the second episode of the qualifiers. This time, the obstacle was paired with the Burn Rubber as part of the Split Decision. Compared to the Burn Rubber, this obstacle took out more competitors, as nine competitors failed on it, including Sloane Cameron, Olivia Colasuonno, Derek Miyamoto, and Katie Lanza.
American Ninja Warrior 14[]
On American Ninja Warrior 14, the Broken Bridge appeared as the third obstacle during the fifth episode of qualifiers. It was paired with the Despicaballs as the part of the Split Decision. This time, only six triangles were featured. As a result, no competitor failed the obstacle, although Brian Kretsch fractured his appendix while clearing the obstacle.
Other Appearances[]
Ninja Warrior UK[]
On Ninja Warrior UK 4, the Broken Bridge appeared as the third obstacle during the semi-finals, with the triangles were arranged in an arch pattern.
Similar to its appearance on American Ninja Warrior 8 and during American Ninja Warrior 9's Daytona Beach finals, there was only one competitor who failed on this obstacle. Ronnie Bonsra.
Then, on Ninja Warrior UK 5, the Broken Bridge appeared once again as the third obstacle during the semi-finals. This time, there were only five triangles instead of six, making the obstacle harder.
Australian Ninja Warrior[]
On Australian Ninja Warrior 2, the Broken Bridge appeared as the third obstacle in Stage One, having six triangles in various heights.
This obstacle would later reappear in the same position and stage on Australian Ninja Warrior 5. But compared to its last appearance, the triangles were decreased to five, where the first four triangles gradually increase in height while the last one being lower compared to the previous triangle.
Ninja Warrior France[]
Broken Bridge was the first obstacle of Stage One in Ninja Warrior France 3. It consisted of six triangles, each 1.40m from the next one.
Ninja Warrior Germany[]
In Ninja Warrior Germany 2, the Broken Bridge, locally called Schwebende Keile (literally: Floating Wedges) appeared as the second obstacle in the Second Stage of that season. This time, the obstacle consisted of five triangles boards that were longer this time, compared to many other versions of this obstacle. In addition to that, there was a large gap between the third and the fourth one to include a tricky part in that obstacle.
However, despite the aforementioned modification, all of the five competitors who attempted this obstacle managed to clear it without any significant trouble.
Then, in Ninja Warrior Germany 3, the Broken Bridge re-appeared, serving as the first obstacle in the last two of the seven Semi-finals Qualifications of that season. This time, the number of triangle boards got increased to six.
Then, in Ninja Warrior Germany 4, the Broken Bridge appeared as the first obstacle of Stage Two. As in the second season, the obstacle consisted of five triangles with a large gap between the third and fourth triangle board.
In Ninja Warrior Germany 5, the Broken Bridge appeared as the third obstacle in the second Preliminary Round.
In NInja Warrior Germany 7, Broken Bridge returned as the fourth obstacle of Preliminary Round 3 and 5. It consisted of six triangles. In the former round, they were arranged in a slight incline. While in the latter, they were arranged in an inverted skewed-V shape with the third triangle being the highest.
Ninja Warrior Austria[]
On Ninja Warrior Austria, the Broken Bridge appeared as the second obstacle of Stage Two. There were five triangles present, equidistant from each other, and on the same level. No one failed on this obstacle.
It returned to Ninja Warrior Austria 3, as the third obstacle. There were six triangles arranged in an inverted-V pattern.
Ninja Warrior Poland[]
In Ninja Warrior Poland, the Dziurawy Most (Ninja Warrior Poland's official name for the Broken Bridge) appeared in the final as the first obstacle in the first part of Stage Two. The obstacle consisted of four triangles spaced 120cm (3.94ft) apart. In addition, the second and fourth triangles were placed lower compared to the rest. Only one competitor, Mateusz Skrodzki, failed on this obstacle.
Then, in Ninja Warrior Poland 3, the obstacle reappeared in the final, this time as the third obstacle in Stage One. This time, the triangles are of the same height and the number was increased to six. During this season, no competitor was eliminated by the obstacle.
Later, on Ninja Warrior Poland 5, the Broken Bridge appeared as the seventh obstacle in Stage One. This time, there were five triangles, with the first three going up and the distance between the third and fourth triangles was larger. Michał Grochoła, who completed the course, was later disqualified for touching his leg with his shoe while jumping off the obstacle landing platform. It was replaced by Domino Pipes in the Stage One of the next season.
Then, on Ninja Warrior Poland 6, the Broken Bridge appeared as the first obstacle in semi-finals. This time the number of triangles has been reduced to four, with a long distance between the third and fourth triangles.
Later, on the same season, the Broken Bridge appeared as the first obstacle in Stage Two. This time the number of triangles has been reduced to three, the fewest than any other international season, with the first triangle slightly higher than the starting platform making it difficult to run into the obstacle, and the second triangle hanging lower than the others.
On Ninja Warrior Poland 8, the Broken Bridge reappeared as the first obstacle in semi-finals, with a similar configuration to its appearance in season six.
Later, on the same season, the Broken Bridge appeared as the first obstacle in Stage Two, also with a similar arrangement to the sixth season version.
Ninja Israel[]
On Ninja Warrior Israel, the Broken Bridge, literally translated הגשר השבור, appeared as the third obstacle in Heat 3, Heat 4, Heat 5, Heat 9, Heat 10, Heat 12, Heat 13 and Heat 14. The obstacle consisted of five triangles, which the third triangles raised higher than the other four triangles.
Then, on Ninja Warrior Israel 2, the Broken Bridge appeared as the third obstacle in Against the Route Heat and then reappeared as the third obstacle in Finals' Stage One, with the second, third and fourth triangles gradually decrease in height, and the fifth triangle was placed slightly below the level of the first two triangles.
On Ninja Warrior Israel 3, the Broken Bridge appeared as the third obstacle in the Repechage Heat. This time, all 5 triangles were placed in the same height.
On Ninja Warrior Israel 4, the Broken Bridge reappeared as the third obstacle in Stage One, with the second, third and fourth triangles gradually increase in height.
On Ninja Warrior Israel 5, the Broken Bridge reappeared as the fifth obstacle in Semifinal 1, Semifinal 5 and Repechage Semifinal. This time, the obstacle consisted of six triangles. With the presence of the Split Decision, there were two scenarios when attempting this obstacle:
- When the competitors pressed the button initiating the The High Road, they must have a faster pace in attempting the Broken Bridge in order to catch up with the ring. Competitors may also choose not to attempt the jump to the ring and choose to attempt the Roulette Cylinder, as missing The High Road's ring did not cause an automatic disqualification.
- When the competitors did not press the button, they could take their time attempting the Broken Bridge and would advance to the Roulette Cylinder instead.
While no one would fail this obstacle, it did trip up Alex Kostenko in his Semifinal 5 run; Alex climbed on the Broken Bridge platform, but stumbled, almost fell and instinctively hit The High Road's button, so the ring slid right away, resulting in him being only able to try Roulette Cylinder.
American Ninja Warrior Junior[]
The Broken Bridge appeared as an obstacle on American Ninja Warrior Junior 3, for all brackets.
The triangles were painted with many abstract designs, now gray with a red top. Six competitors in total fell on it.
Ninja Israel Junior[]
On Ninja Warrior Israel Junior, the Broken Bridge appeared as the third obstacle in all three Heats. The obstacle consisted of five triangles, which the final two triangles raised higher than the first three triangles.
Competitors' Success Rate[]
- All results based on the NBC/Polsat/Keshet12 broadcast and external information found.
American Ninja Warrior[]
ANW | Clears | Attempts | Percentage |
---|---|---|---|
ANW8 | 27 | 28 | 96.43% |
ANW9 (qualifiers) | 33 | 39 | 84.62% |
ANW9 (finals) | 29 | 30 | 96.67% |
ANW10 (Philadelphia qualifiers) | 48 | 63 | 76.19% |
ANW10 (Dallas finals) | 24 | 26 | 96.31% |
ANW10 (Philadelphia finals) | 30 | 30 | 100% |
ANW11 (qualifiers) | 43 | 51 | 84.31% |
ANW11 (finals) | 31 | 32 | 96.88% |
USA vs. The World 3 | 4 | 4 | 100% |
Total | 269 | 303 | 88.78% |
Ninja Warrior Poland[]
NWP | Clears | Attempts | Percentage |
---|---|---|---|
NWP1 | 3 | 4 | 75% |
NWP3 | 21 | 21 | 100% |
NWP5 | 3 | 4 | 75% |
NWP6 (Semi-final 1) | 9 | 9 | 100% |
NWP6 (Semi-final 2) | 9 | 9 | 100% |
NWP6 (Semi-final 3) | 9 | 9 | 100% |
NWP6 (Semi-final 4) | 9 | 9 | 100% |
NWP6 (Semi-final 5) | 8 | 9 | 88.89% |
NWP6 (Semi-final 6) | 9 | 9 | 100% |
NWP6 (Final) | 17 | 17 | 100% |
NWP8 (Semi-final 1) | 7 | 8 | 87.5% |
NWP8 (Semi-final 2) | 9 | 9 | 100% |
NWP8 (Semi-final 3) | 9 | 9 | 100% |
NWP8 (Semi-final 4) | 9 | 9 | 100% |
NWP8 (Semi-final 5) | 9 | 9 | 100% |
NWP8 (Semi-final 6) | 9 | 9 | 100% |
NWP8 (Final) | 13 | 13 | 100% |
Total | 162 | 166 | 97.59% |
Ninja Israel[]
NWI | Clears | Attempts | Percentage |
---|---|---|---|
NWI1 (Heat 3) | 17 | 22 | 77.27% |
NWI1 (Heat 4) | 7 | 11 | 63.64% |
NWI1 (Heat 5) | 13 | 17 | 76.47% |
NWI1 (Heat 9) | 7 | 9 | 77.78% |
NWI1 (Heat 10) | 4 | 4 | 100% |
NWI1 (Heat 12) | 6 | 8 | 75% |
NWI1 (Heat 13) | 2 | 3 | 66.67% |
NWI1 (Heat 14) | 2 | 2 | 100% |
NWI2 (Heat 6) | 12 | 15 | 80% |
NWI2 (Heat 11) | 6 | 9 | 66.67% |
NWI2 (Heat 14) | 18 | 19 | 94.74% |
NWI2 (Against The Route Heat) | 4 | 4 | 100% |
NWI2 (Final) | 27 | 27 | 100% |
NWI3 (Repechage Heat) | 16 | 16 | 100% |
NWI4 (Final) | 23 | 23 | 100% |
NWI5 (Semifinal 1) | 5 | 5 | 100% |
NWI5 (Semifinal 5) | 6 | 6 | 100% |
NWI5 (Repechage Semifinal) | 4 | 4 | 100% |
Total | 179 | 204 | 87.74% |