An Apprentice candidate has reportedly walked out of the show during a tense boardroom showdown, leaving Lord Alan Sugar, 77, in shock. The contestant allegedly told the business mogul 'it's not for me' before leaving the programme, forfeiting the chance at a £250,000 investment and mentorship.
The identity of the candidate remains unknown, but sources suggest tensions flared after a task in Stratford-upon-Avon. Contestants were required to source nine items at the lowest cost under significant time pressure, a challenge that proved overwhelming for some.
According to a TV insider speaking to MailOnline, 'The Apprentice isn't for everyone and some of the candidates only realise that once they're in the process. One contestant this series decided to leave the competition early telling Lord Sugar 'this isn't for me'.'
The sudden departure stunned the boardroom, with speculation that the candidate may have left to avoid being fired. The source added: 'It came as a total shock in the boardroom. Some of the cast now believe the candidate wanted to avoid the potential embarrassment of being fired.'
Someone close to the departed contestant noted that the individual had simply realised the show was not the right process and that staying would not have been fair to fellow contestants.
