General · 5 September 2026

New Grand Tour hosts hope to prove critics wrong after mixed reviews

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YouTubers James Engelsman, Thomas Holland, and Francis Bourgeois are taking over The Grand Tour after its original presenters left. The trio acknowledged initial doubts, with Bourgeois expressing hope they will prove critics wrong. Reviewers have given mixed reactions, with some calling the new team "stilted" but praising Bourgeois's enthusiasm.

By BriefTea Editorial · 5 September 2026 at 8:07

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