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Has there ever been an Amazing Race team detained by customs?

Question #129693. Asked by gls0565.
Last updated Feb 25 2013.
Originally posted Feb 24 2013 7:26 AM.

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The US host, Phil Keoghan, was detained and refused entry into the Ukraine several years ago. The American Ambassador intervened on his behalf.
link http://www.tmz.com/2010/10/07/phil-keoghan-amazing-race-ukraine-immigration-held-us-ambassador-video/

In leg 4 of season 2 of "The Amazing Race Australia", teammates Lucy and Emilia were arrested in Dubai for driving onto the grounds of a royal palace. They were later warned and released. link http://amazingrace.wikia.com/wiki/Lucy_%26_Emilia

In the US series 3, Leg 6 featured contestants Damon & Andre departing from the usual course in Morocco, where they were detained by police who tried to seize their passports. The show's security was able to help them out. link https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Amazing_Race_3



Feb 25 2013, 11:16 AM
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