Netflix just dropped the first four episodes of Physical: Asia on October 28, 2025, and it’s basically gym class turned global war. The spin-off of South Korea’s Physical: 100 brings together 48 athletes from eight countries, from Japan to the Philippines, to see who can out-muscle, out-think, and outlast the rest. Each nation sends six competitors into a maze of impossible challenges built to crush both body and ego. This time, it’s not just about one person showing off, it’s about proving your whole country’s got the brawn and the brains.Teams represent their nations, making every victory a statement of national sporting excellence. Netflix chose these eight nations for their rich sporting history and unique competitive attitudes. Whoever survives the elimination gauntlet will receive the final reward.The first quartet of episodes presented two big obstacles. Territorial Conquest began with high-stakes land conflicts on sandy soil. Shipwreck Transportation followed, demanding teams haul massive cargo loads under strict time limits. Turkey emerged as the early frontrunner by claiming victory in the opening contest, earning strategic advantages for subsequent rounds. The episodes concluded with Death Match eliminations, where losing nations face departure from the competition.What happened in the first four episodes of Physical: Asia? View this post on Instagram Instagram PostThe inaugural challenge on Physical: Asia unfolded across three increasingly difficult rounds. Teams fought to control designated plots on massive dunes within tight timeframes.Round one on Physical: Asia offered four available territories. Australia and Japan secured positions immediately. Mongolia and Thailand fell short, triggering overtime battles. Korea outlasted Turkey in their rematch, while the Philippines defeated Indonesia to advance alongside the earlier winners. Round two on Physical: Asia narrowed the field to two plots. Turkey dominated Australia in their matchup. Japan survived a grueling three-bout series against Korea to claim the second spot.The final round featured a single territory with winner-take-all stakes. Turkey and Japan clashed in the decisive showdown. Turkey prevailed, earning the right to structure future team matchups, a significant tactical advantage moving forward.The second challenge required teams to move over six tons of cargo from a wreck site to their base within 20 minutes. The twist involved two cargo types: 50kg crates lifted overhead and 20kg sacks transported by cart. Once assigned to crates, competitors couldn’t switch roles mid-round. View this post on Instagram Instagram PostIn Group A, Australia hauled 2,100 kg versus Japan's 1,820 kg. Mongolia won Group B with 2,000 kg, defeating the Philippines with 1,290 kg. Korea led Group C, moving 2,120 kg against Thailand's 1,380 kg.A separate match pitted Turkey against Indonesia. Marcus Gideon's injury forced Isai Kesek to substitute for Indonesia. Turkey pulled ahead with 1,990 kg versus Indonesia's 1,480 kg.What were the eliminations?The Death Match on Physical: Asia introduced a ball-scoring format. Teams competed across five rounds, alternating between one-on-one and two-on-two configurations. Victory required winning three of five rounds, each lasting three minutes with potential one-minute overtime.Thailand faced the Philippines in one elimination bracket. Japan challenged Indonesia in another. The fourth episode ended with a cliffhanger, a tied 2:2 match between Thailand and Indonesia, leaving their fate undetermined until the next release.Physical: 100. Asia premieres on Netflix on November 26, 2025.