**Warning: Contains spoilers for The Apprentice season 20**AdThe Apprentice returned in style tonight as viewers were introduced to a new cohort of candidates, 20 of whom are hoping to become Lord Alan Sugar's next business partner. But 20 soon became 18 as Lord Sugar fired two candidates who weren't on their A-game in tonight's challenge. Who left The Apprentice 2026 this week? BBC/Naked (A Freemantle Label)/Ray BurmistonIt was a double firing no one was expecting as Lord Sugar told project manager Georgina she was fired. Add The Apprentice to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more.