‘Squid Games: The Challenge’: Rick Mercurio’s sudden exit disappoints ‘oldest player’ of the Netflix show

Rick Mercurio celebrated his 69th birthday with the players on the 'Squid Games: The Challenge' show
PUBLISHED NOV 22, 2023
'Squid Game: The Challenge' cash prize (Instagram/ Squid Games Netflix)
'Squid Game: The Challenge' cash prize (Instagram/ Squid Games Netflix)

LONDON, ENGLAND: Rick, a physician from Kittanning, Armstrong County, Pennsylvania, who was one of the oldest players on the 'Squid Games: The Challenge' show, is associated with the Armstrong Center for Medicine and Health and the UPMC St Margaret Emergency Department. He's highly respected for his expertise in geriatrics and is also known as a family doctor.

On the show, Rick celebrated his 69th birthday, and many believed he might be the old man from the 'Squid Game' series. However, despite the curiosity and connection, Rick's exit from the show left everyone feeling sad.

His presence as a well-regarded physician added a unique dynamic to the competition and his departure created a somber moment for both the contestants and viewers. However, the player himself was disappointed with his rather sudden elimination. 

Favourite players in 'Squid Games: The Challenge' pair up against each other for marbles challenge

In a sinister twist, the players were presented with what seemed like a treat but turned out to be an evil plan to pit them against each other.

Each duo received baskets containing marbles, setting the stage for a challenging decision. The marbles were a cruel indication that they had to choose between themselves for the upcoming challenge.

This unexpected turn added a layer of tension and strategic dilemma as the duos grappled with the unsettling reality that they would need to eliminate one of their own. The once seemingly innocent treat became a catalyst for internal conflict, testing the bonds and alliances formed among the contestants.

Squid Game: The Challenge contestants (Netflix Press Site/ Squid Game The Challenge)
'Squid Game: The Challenge' contestants were baskets containing marbles, setting the stage for a challenging decision
(Netflix Press Site/ Squid Game The Challenge)

Dash Katz eliminated for ‘lying’ and ‘spreading rumors’

Dash Katz was eliminated by a player for apparently lying and spreading rumors within the game. However, when Katz left, he shouted saying he has never lied in the game. 

As he left, he gave a thumbs up and smiled refuting all the claims made on him, citing them false. 

Dash Katz called a liar (Instagram/ Dash Katz)
Dash Katz was called a liar on the show (Instagram/ Dash Katz)

One among the ‘mother son duo’ sure to be eliminated in the next episode 

The mother-son duo, who once seemed will be seperated in the first challenge itself, stood together againts all odds and managed to navigate the game till fifth episode. 

However, what gave it a climatic end was when Trey found marbles in their basket, finding out that he had to plot his mother's exit from the show, or vice a versa. The two looked extremely disappointed knwoing the upcoming challenge will be their last challenge together. 

Leann and her son saved till 5th episode (Netflix/ Squid Game The Challenge)
Leann and her son have been saved till fifth episode (Netflix/ Squid Game The Challenge)
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