Andrew Balding admitted that he has not been able to watch any episodes of the television show “Celebrity Traitors,” featuring his sister Clare as one of the participants. As the battle for the 2025 Flat trainers’ championship against Aidan O’Brien intensifies, with Balding currently trailing by £600,000 in second place, the top racehorse trainer is focused on the final day at Qipco British Champions Day at Ascot.
Despite the show’s prominence on BBC primetime, Balding confessed that he has been preoccupied with his racing commitments and has not found the time to catch up on his sister’s performance. He mentioned plans to watch the show on iPlayer once his children return for half-term, expressing curiosity about the rules of the competition.
Following Clare’s elimination from the show after receiving seven votes from fellow contestants, she reflected on her experience, emphasizing her strategy of being kind to everyone. Irish actress Ruth Codd, who formed a close bond with Balding on the show, also shared her thoughts after being “murdered” during one of the episodes, attributing it to being perceived as a threat by “the traitors.”
Codd praised Balding and other contestants like Charlotte Church and Celia Imrie for their impact on her experience in the show, regardless of their allegiances. She admitted to initial uncertainty about her role as a faithful but ultimately embraced her loyalty, highlighting her appreciation for the unique connections formed during the competition.
The show has seen dramatic twists, with notable figures like Tom Daley and Paloma Faith meeting unfortunate fates orchestrated by the traitors. As the intrigue continues, personalities like Niko Omilana and Tameka Empson have faced elimination through Round Table discussions, adding to the suspense of the ongoing competition.