The conclusion of Physical: Asia on 18 November 2025 triggered one of the loudest online disputes Netflix has faced, as viewers questioned whether the competition was engineered to ensure a South Korean victory.
Physical: Asia ended its first season with South Korea defeating Mongolia in the final quest. The last three episodes were released on 18 November 2025, and they immediately prompted waves of criticism across social media. Many fans argued that the outcome appeared too convenient, given that the series was produced in South Korea and filmed in the host country.
