Celebrity Race Across The World kicks off in Mexico with pair storming ahead

• Broadcaster Anita Rani and her father Bal secured a commanding lead in the first leg of Celebrity Race Across The World Series Three.
• The duo were the first to reach the initial checkpoint in Flores, Guatemala, arriving over 23 hours ahead of their competitors.
• The BBC spin-off series features four celebrity duos embarking on a challenging 3,670-mile journey across Central America without phones or internet.
• Starting from Isla Mujeres, Mexico, contestants are given a budget of £950 per person and must navigate through five checkpoints to the finish line in South America.
• Other teams, including Dylan Llewellyn and his mother, Tyler West and Molly Rainford, and Roman Kemp and Harleymoon, experienced varied journeys, with some prioritising local experiences over speed.

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First Celebrity Race Across The World pair reach checkpoint nearly a day ahead