korymosquirrel - Voting was key for selection for the final interviews. All the top vote earning teams were automatically called back for a final interview (see previous blogs). Not all the top groups were able to return for the second interview unfortunately. Ultimately this competition was to find the best friends and friendship stories. Popular vote was an important part, but not the only one. Also note that some voting irregularities were found, which is why the rules made it clear from the beginning that it was not only based only on votes. Thanks!

Not all the interview pictures have been included here to date, we hope to share more in the coming weeks. There were 40 groups called for second round interviews.