Who won The Summit? Winners crowned after terrifying ascent

Over a month ago, ITV transported viewers to the Southern Alps in New Zealand, as 14 ordinary Brits headed off on an epic journey to climb a mountain.

As they climbed up each peak, the group got closer to win a share of the £200,000 cash prize, but not all of them could reach The Summit.

Over the weeks, the contestants have been forced to withdraw, dropped out or been voted out of the competition, and tonight (17 March), just four remained in the final.

Warren, Dockers, Colleen and Drew made the last terrifying ascent to The Summit, with some obstacles along the way, including a dangerous crevasse crossing which saw one of the players frozen in fear and another's attempt made harder by the menacing Mountain's Keeper.

Put through their paces physically and emotionally, the players then had to decide to one last time who would be leaving the race, before Drew, Dockers and Colleen were crowned the winners.

As they reached the top, the trio shared an emotional hug as they fully became aware of just how much they had achieved over the course of the competition.

"This is the biggest achievement of my life by far," said one winner. "It just goes to show, if you really do believe in yourself, you can do it."

Ahead of the final, ITV caught up with host Ben Shephard, who shared his highlight from the series, with the location being a particular gem for the presenter: "Being in New Zealand is a highlight, working with the exceptional crew – people who are the top of their game. These are people who make climbing up a mountain to make a reality TV show backwards look easy. Meeting all of the contestants who are brave enough and courageous enough to take on the challenge.

"The reaction that we've had to the programme has just been phenomenal. It's so different to anything that I've been lucky enough to do in the past, and it's been a real thrill to watch it unfold on ITV and ITVX for everybody. I will always cherish what it was like to be there on that mountain."

The Summit is available to watch on catch-up on ITVX.

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