: Continued his dominance, later becoming the third person to achieve "Total Victory" in the franchise's history. Production & Format
: Balanced her demanding career as a professional stuntwoman with competition, focused on pushing her strategic efficiency. American Ninja Warrior - Season 10
The tenth season of American Ninja Warrior premiered on , marking a milestone "decade of Ninja" for the franchise. Producers aimed for an "epic" scale, introducing major format changes and a younger crop of athletes. Key Season Storylines : Continued his dominance, later becoming the third
: Season 10 made history by introducing the show's first-ever underwater challenge during Stage 2 of the National Finals in Las Vegas. Notable Competitor Returns : Producers aimed for an "epic" scale, introducing major
: For the first time, competitors faced a choice at the end of the qualifying course: the traditional 14'6" Warped Wall or the new 18-foot "Mega Wall" . Successful completion of the Mega Wall on the first try earned the ninja $10,000 .
: Returned to the course after a near-death experience two years prior, successfully conquering the Mega Wall in his comeback.
: The minimum age was dropped from 21 to 19 years old , opening the door for young stars like Zach Day and Lucas Reale to make their debuts.