One of our favorite reality shows returns to our screens this week, and we couldn't be more excited. The Challenge: Vets and New Threats is back for its 41st season, and this time there's a twist. This season, legendary veterans are paired with fresh-faced rookies, reality stars from other hit shows. We love a dynamic shake-up.

The "new threats" come from shows like Love Island, Too Hot To Handle, and Big Brother, bringing their own skills and experience into the competition. Yeah, we're really excited.

Ready to tune in? We've got all the information you need for the new season.

How to watch 'The Challenge: Vets and New Threats'

The Challenge: Vets and New Threats will premiere at 8 pm ET/PT on Wednesday, July 30. It will be shown on MTV, and will soon follow on MTV's international networks.

Can't catch it live? You can stream The Challenge: Vets and New Threats on Paramount+ anytime.

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What is 'The Challenge: Vets and New Threats'

The season doesn't officially get underway until July 30, but on July 23, a launch special episode was released which revealed the pairings for the upcoming season. The format will pit returning veterans against reality TV newcomers, with each team made up of one seasoned player and one rookie.

The veteran players, many of whom are Challenge legends, will have to guide their rookie partners through the game's challengeswhile also navigating historic rivalries.

Missed the launch special episode? Find it on the MTV YouTube.

Who are The Challenge Vets?

This year's returning vets are:

Michaela Bradshaw, Survivor: Millennials vs. Gen X and Survivor: Game Changers

Theo Campbell, Love Island UK

Derek Chavez, The Real World: Cancun

Johnny "Bananas" Devenanzio, The Real World

Aneesa Ferreira, The Real World

Leroy Garrett, The Real World: Las Vegas

Nany González, The Real World: Las Vegas

Olivia Kaiser, Love Island USA

Derrick Kosinski, MTV's Road Rules: X-Treme

Aviv Melmed, Fresh Meat

Ashley Mitchell, The Real World: Ex-Plosion

Nia Moore, The Real World: Portland

Rogan O'Connor, Ex on the Beach UK

Cara Maria Sorbello, Fresh Meat

CT Tamburello, The Real World

Turbo, Survivor Turkey

Who are The Challenge Threats?

Do you recognize any of the reality stars taking part as this year's "threats"?

Jake Cornish, Love Island UK and Love Island All Stars

Ben Davis, Boxer

Leonardo Dionicio, Love Island USA

Izzy Fairthorne, Too Hot Too Handle

Will Gagnon, Are You The One

Justin Hinsley, Cheer

Cedric Hodges, Big Brother 26

Yeremi Hykel, The Amazing Race 35

Blue Kim, Big Brother 25

America Lopez, Big Brother 25

Adrienne Naylor, Married At First Sight UK

Sydney Segal, Survivor 41

Leka Sodade, Canada's Ultimate Challenge

Dee Valladares, Survivor 45

Gabe Wai, Former WWE talent

Tay Wilcoxson, Big Brother Australia 15