Below Deck Down Under Season 3 is nearing its end on Bravo. While many entertaining storylines have emerged, this season has also been messy and somewhat repetitive, as certain storylines consistently favored pettiness over patience.
Captain Jason Chambers had his work cut out for him this season. From multiple firings to hosting several meetings where peace said NOPE, this man deserves a long, quiet break in his tiny little robe. But, sadly for him, and yay for us, Captain Jason is already off filming for BDDU Season 4.
Overall, fans enjoyed this season. However, not every scene was a winner. As for our least favorite storylines on BDDU Season 3, these three narratives take the cake.
Below Deck Down Under’s never-ending feud between Tzarina Mace-Ralph and Lara Rigby tarnished Season 3
Tzarina Mace-Ralph and Lara Rigby have a history. These two yachties had already worked together on an unfilmed yacht, so Tzarina was excited to see Lara again. Lara seemingly felt the same. But, as this season progressed, Tzarina and Lara began rubbing each other in all the wrong ways.
Tzarina carries many insecurities. So, when Lara cracked a few jokes, like labeling her as a weird Barbie, Tzarina retreated inwardly. As for Lara, she is a perfectionist, a trait that serves her well in this industry. But when her visions asked too much of Tzarina or her sous-chef, Alesia Harris, Tzarina became weary, a feeling that only grew stronger after Lara and Alesia bonded, making Tzarina feel even more pushed to the side.
Lara wanted the crew mess cleaned, but Tzarina and Alesia could not spare the time. This task was also not their responsibility. Growing tired of this repetitive demand while also riding the waves of her emotional low, Tzarina retaliated with a lie, stating loudly that Lara was late to work that day. Tzarina then refused to apologize to Lara, which made Captain Jason enter the ring, hoping he could help these ladies find common ground.
His efforts failed. Nevertheless, Tzarina and Lara made peace in Episode 16. Regardless, 15 previous hour-long episodes containing this narrative still consumed this series, making this storyline among the worst on BDDU Season 3.
Below Deck’s first sous-chef Anthony Bird made Down Under Season 3 start off on a sour note
Before Alesia, Tzarina had Anthony Bird at her side in the galley. However, Anthony wanted to be more than just her helper. Instead of washing the dishes, cleaning the galley, or chopping and prepping whatever Tzarina passed his way, Anthony desired to run this galley as if it were his.
Instead of falling in line, Anthony began doling out sarcastic quips left and right at Tzarina. While cleaning, he moaned and groaned. While organizing, he noted that he could handle heavier tasks. And when Tzarina prepared any meal, Anthony stressed that he could have done better.
Tzarina often gave in to his laments, tasking Anthony with weightier assignments, including a beach picnic for their charter guests. Instead of being thankful, Anthony grew frustrated, asking why Tzarina did not join him on the island to help him serve their clientele. No matter how Tzarina responded, she could not win with Anthony. Anthony felt the same, so he phoned a friend and found a new gig on another yacht, departing only a handful of days later.
When Captain Jason learned of this, he cut Anthony before these days passed. But for three episodes of BDDU Season 3, we still had to deal with Anthony, AKA one of the worst storylines this season.
Wihan du Toit’s antics made for uncomfortable moments on Below Deck Down Under Season 3
Speaking of males who did not fare well on Season 3 of BDDU, we must discuss Wihan du Toit. After letting Tzarina and Marina Marcondes de Barros frequently kiss and cuddle him, Wihan grew fond of a third female. His lovesick antics caused emotional damage throughout this season.
Likewise, Wihan refused to help the other departments. He even asked his deck team to look busy whenever Lara neared. Then, Wihan acted with a similar showing of disdain towards his guests, which could have resulted in tragedy.
When his team warned Wihan about a potentially dangerous water-logged ski, Wihan-the-never-wrong waved their concerns away. Then, when this ski flipped, endangering a non-swimmer on top, Wihan played the not-me card with Captain Jason, who thankfully saw right through Wihan. By the time Wihan made his final misstep, knowingly cuddling a drunk stew in his bunk who was looking for someone else, many of us were ready to throw our televisions out the window.
Wihan finally got the ax in Episode 11. But, for 11 long episodes, we had to deal with this messy bosun, who consistently delivered some of the worst storylines in BDDU Season 3.
Below Deck Down Under is streaming on Peacock. BDDU also streams on Hayu in the UK and Ireland.
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