September 30th 2024.
Paddy McGuinness and Chris Harris, two beloved former Top Gear hosts, have finally come back together for a new project. However, it seems that not all fans are convinced about their latest venture. The duo's new show, called Road Tripping, has left some feeling disappointed.
This is the first time the pair has worked together since their co-presenter, Freddie Flintoff, was involved in a horrific car accident back in December 2022. The incident was so severe that the BBC had to take Top Gear off the air. But now, the 51-year-old comedian and 46-year-old racing driver have joined forces once again for a travel show.
In their new series, Paddy and Chris travel to Sweden to explore how people live their best lives in their golden years. While some viewers were excited to see the duo back on screen, others couldn't help but feel that something was missing without Freddie by their side.
One fan, @AmySian1993, took to Twitter to share her thoughts, saying, "Watching Paddy and Chris Road Tripping and it doesn't feel right without our Flintoff. I totally understand why he's not part of it, but it just doesn't feel the same without him." Another fan, @GrantSRivers, added, "Great to see Paddy McGuinness and Chris Harris on our screens again. I'm just disappointed Freddie Flintoff isn't with them."
However, not everyone was disappointed. Some viewers were critical of the show, with @RetiredGinge even calling it "trash" after only watching half an episode. They wrote, "I've just watched half of the first episode of Paddy and Chris – it feels like the show's main goal was just to use the two of them since they were already paid for. I'd rather not see it. What trash."
There were even some jokes made about the show. @serverhangup playfully wondered if this was Paddy and Chris' way of auditioning for The Grand Tour, after the former Top Gear trio – James May, Richard Hammond, and Jeremy Clarkson – left the show. Another user, @brian_damage, quipped, "There's yet another Paddy McGuinness show on BBC right now, but luckily there's a new series of Who Wants To Be A Millionaire on ITV to watch instead."
Despite the mixed reviews, it's clear that Paddy and Chris still have chemistry and are enjoying working together. @lindahobbis tweeted, "Absolutely loving Paddy and Chris Road Tripping," while @StuartOsmond added, "Really enjoying #RoadTripping. I liked Paddy and Chris on Top Gear, but this is even better."
On the other hand, not everyone was a fan. Some viewers found the first episode to be "dreadful," while others described it as "dull and boring." But there were also those who disagreed, with one fan saying that it was "Top Gear done right" without any "stupid stunts." @NSon1955 wrote, "I like both Chris and Paddy, and in some parts, it made me laugh. But a little goes a long way, and 30 minutes would be plenty."
It's worth noting that this is the first time the duo has worked together since Freddie's accident in 2022. The former professional cricket player was involved in a devastating crash at Dunsfold Park Aerodrome in Surrey, which was the test track used by Top Gear for many years. After waiting 45 minutes for a helicopter to arrive, Freddie was airlifted to the hospital and suffered multiple facial injuries and broken ribs. He was said to be lucky to be alive.
Paddy McGuinness and Chris Harris: Road Tripping is currently available to watch on BBC iPlayer. If you have a celebrity story, video, or pictures, you can get in touch by emailing us, calling 020 3615 2145, or visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you.
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