| Mark Long | |
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| Challenger Profile | |
| Original Series | RR: First Adventure |
| Born | June 2, 1971 |
| Hometown | Satellite Beach, Florida |
| Challenge Career | |
| Seasons | Real World/Road Rules Challenge (won) Battle of the Sexes (won) Battle of the Sexes 2 The Gauntlet 2 (final) The Duel II (final) Battle of the Exes |
| Challenge Wins | 35 |
| Eliminations | 1 (1 loss) |
| Money Won | $80,184 |
| Social Media | |
| TheMarkLong | |
| themarklong | |
Biography
Retrieved from MTV.com
The Duel IIA self-proclaimed television junkie, Mark has long been involved in The Challenge, participating in the very first, back in 1998, and he's been back several times since. He has also parlayed his stint in the world of MTV reality programming into a career on television, living in Los Angeles and hosting shows on the Game Show Network, Fine Living Network, E!, Fox Reality Network and others. But after about three years away from The Challenge, he's back for another stab. Will Mark's time away from the grueling, backstabbing competition make him vulnerable in New Zealand? Or will his entertainment career be the perfect training for success?
Battle of the ExesMark and Robin first met while on opposing teams during the Battle of the Sexes 2. Their relationship was short-lived, but the two maintained a steady friendship. Over the years, the former lovebirds have gone their separate ways, with Mark pursuing a TV hosting career and Robin proudly embracing single-motherhood and looking forward to "the opportunity to come to a Challenge and make money to better my life." When reunited as a team, Robin is thrilled at her still muscle-bound ex, who she touts as, "Balanced, calm, and an overall great athlete." But a disappointed Mark recalls his partner's horrible Challenge record, lamenting, "Getting Robin as a partner is like getting dealt a turd, and you can only shine and polish a turd so much." Will this veteran odd couple be able to overcome their different viewpoints and battle their way to Challenge victory? |
Real World/Road Rules Challenge
Challenge History
| Episode | Challenge | Team | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Roller Derby | Road Rules | WIN |
| 2 | Bed Race | WIN | |
| 3 | Bungee Jump | WIN | |
| 4 | Las Vegas Talent Show | LOSE | |
| 5 | Boot Camp | WIN | |
| 6 | Handsome Reward | WINNER | |
| Teddy Bear Steal | LOSE |
Money Won: $6,613
Battle of the Sexes
Challenge History
| Episode | Challenge | Team | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1/2 | Sergeant Says | Men | SAFE |
| 3 | Dead Man's Drop | SAFE | |
| 4 | Tree House | SAFE | |
| 5 | Breath-Hold Bungee | SAFE | |
| 7 | Seven Rings of Saturn | SAFE | |
| 8 | Freeze Your Butt Off | SAFE | |
| 9 | People Mover | SAFE | |
| 10 | Battle of the Opposite Sexes | SAFE | |
| 11 | Leaky River | SAFE | |
| 12 | Stairway to Heaven | SAFE | |
| 13 | Collision Course | SAFE | |
| 14 | Spider Mon | SAFE | |
| 15 | Human Aquarium | SAFE | |
| 16 | Razor's Edge | SAFE | |
| 17 | Maximum Velocity | SAFE | |
| 18 | It Takes Three | WINNER |
Money Won: $50,000
Battle of the Sexes 2
Challenge History
| Episode | Challenge | Team | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1/2 | Dangle Drop | Men | SAFE |
| 3 | Snake Pit Poker | SAFE | |
| 4 | Melt With You | SAFE | |
| 5 | Bombs Away | WIN | |
| 6 | Junk Boat | SAFE | |
| 7 | High Noon | SAFE | |
| 8 | Fill 'Er Up | SAFE | |
| 9 | Sa Wing | SAFE | |
| 10 | Electro Shock | SAFE | |
| 11 | Pop Culture Bike Jump | SAFE | |
| 12 | The Shredder | WIN | |
| 13 | Cast a Spell | SAFE | |
| 14 | Semi-Cross | WIN | |
| 15 | Car-Go | SAFE | |
| 16 | Vertigo | OUT |
The Gauntlet 2
Challenge History
| Episode | Challenge | Team | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Royal Rumble | Veterans | SAFE |
| 2 | Chock Full o' Coconuts | SAFE | |
| 3 | Team Builders | WIN | |
| 4 | Moving Pyramid | WIN | |
| 5 | Spongeworthy | SAFE | |
| 6 | Body Painters | WIN | |
| 7 | Rickshaw Races | SAFE | |
| 8 | Team Strength | SAFE | |
| 9 | Balancing Act | SAFE | |
| 10 | Buck-A-Neer | SAFE | |
| 11 | Pull Me | WIN | |
| 12 | Spare Tires | WIN | |
| 13 | Easy Does It | SAFE | |
| 14 | The Pit | SAFE | |
| 15 | Blind Trust | WIN | |
| 16/17 | Piece by Piece | SAFE | |
| 17 | Bet Your Booty | LOSER |
Money Won: $8,571
The Duel II
Challenge History
| Episode | Challenge | Partners | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1/2 | Last Man Standing | Team Colors | SAFE |
| 2 | Freezing as Puck | Rachel | WIN |
| 3 | All Shook Up | N/A | SAFE |
| 4 | Luging My Mind | Rachel | SAFE |
| 5 | Don't Let Go | WIN | |
| 6 | Dangle Duo | SAFE | |
| 7 | Burnt | N/A | SAFE |
| 8 | Upside Downer | SAFE | |
| 9/10 | Spelling Air | SAFE | |
| 10 | N/A | SAFE | |
| Final Challenge | Aneesa | THIRD | |
Money Won: $15,000
Battle of the Exes
Challenge History
| Episode | Challenge | Partner | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Give Me Some Honey | SAFE | |
| 2 | Hook Up | SAFE | |
| 3 | Mental Connection | SAFE | |
| 4 | Rolling in the Deep | SAFE | |
| 5 | Don't Rock the Boat | WIN | |
| 6 | Lube Me Up | SAFE | |
| 7/8 | Race to the Altar | SAFE | |
| 8/9 | Feel the Burn | OUT |
Elimination History
| Episode | Dome | Partner | Opponents | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8/9 | X Battle | OUT |
Gallery
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- Mark currently holds the record for being the oldest competitor to compete on a season of The Challenge. He was 40 while competing on Battle of the Exes.
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