Paddy McGuinness and Chris Harris fans left 'disappointed' by duo's new travel show that 'doesn't...

Paddy McGuinness and Chris Harris left viewers feeling let down with their new BBC travel series, Road Tripping, following its premiere on Sunday night.

The program is centered on the secrets to a long life and features a reunion between the 51-year-old comedian and the 46-year-old racing driver. This comes after the cancellation of Top Gear, which occurred after co-host Freddie Flintoff's serious accident in December 2022.

Paddy and Chris ventured to Sweden to explore how people in Europe enjoy their later years. However, many viewers missed their friend's presence, expressing that it just wasn't the same without him around.

Someone posted on X: "I'm watching Paddy and Chris on their road trip, and it just doesn't feel right without Flintoff. I understand why he's not involved, but it definitely feels different without him there."

One commenter expressed their joy at seeing Paddy McGuinness and Chris Harris back on television, but also shared their disappointment that Freddie Flintoff isn't joining them.

Fans were left feeling let down by Paddy McGuinness and Chris Harris after the premiere of their new BBC travel series, Road Tripping, on Sunday night.

The program centers on the theme of achieving longevity and highlights the reunion between the 51-year-old comedian and the 46-year-old racing driver. This gathering comes after the discontinuation of Top Gear, which was put on hold after co-host Freddie Flintoff's serious accident in December 2022 (Freddie is shown in May).

The three of them presented the BBC show from 2019 until it was put on hold after Freddie's accident in 2022.

Some viewers criticized the series, stating: "I just watched the first half of the initial episode of Paddy and Chris, and it feels like the only reason this show exists is because they’ve invested money in it and need to make something out of it. I really wish I hadn’t seen it. It’s rubbish."

"BBC One, really? Is it appropriate to air Paddy and Chris before 9 PM? Their language is quite inappropriate. There's another show featuring Paddy McGuinness on BBC at the moment, but thankfully, ITV has a new season of Who Wants To Be A Millionaire that you can watch instead."

Another person joked, "What kind of pictures does Paddy McGuinness have? That must be why the BBC keeps spending so much on him."

Freddie, 46, was involved in an accident while driving a Morgan Super 3, a three-wheeled car that can reach speeds of 130mph and doesn't have airbags. The crash resulted in serious injuries to his face and multiple broken ribs.

Right after the accident, he endured a painful 45-minute wait for the air ambulance to come and take him to the hospital. Later on, the BBC issued an apology to the presenter.

Production on Top Gear was put on hold, leaving the show's future uncertain. The series, which he co-hosted with comedian Paddy and Chris, has been in an indefinite break since last November.

Freddie stayed away from the spotlight for several months as he healed from the accident. He was first spotted in public nearly a year later, lending his support as a coach for the England cricket team.

It is thought that he has received a £9 million compensation settlement from the BBC after the incident. The network also issued an apology to the cricketer.

Paddy and Chris journeyed to Sweden to explore how Europeans enjoy their older years, but fans couldn't stop wishing for their friend's comeback.

One person shared on X: "Seeing Paddy and Chris on their road trip just doesn't feel right without Flintoff. I completely understand why he’s not there, but it’s just not the same without him."

This follows Chris sharing that there’s one thing he hasn’t yet forgiven Paddy for after they took a road trip for their new show.

In an interview with The Mirror, he specifically mentioned that there was one main issue during their road trip: his friend's monopoly on the snacks.

"I didn't see the reason to buy anything I liked for the road trip because Paddy McGuinness usually beats me to it!" Chris mentioned. "He once tossed my mint humbugs out the window, and I still haven't gotten over that."

In the second episode of the series, titled Greece, the focus shifts to the concept of gracefully aging, or at the very least, avoiding the pitfalls of aging poorly. The hosts arrive on the rugged Island of Ikaria, renowned for its reputation as a place where people live longer, healthier lives.

About one-third of the people in Ikaria reach their 90s, which is a decade longer than the average lifespan in the UK. Paddy and Chris are determined to uncover the secrets behind this longevity.

In this episode, they encounter a typical Ikarian family living in the Highland Plateau. This family represents a straightforward lifestyle and is actively engaged in becoming self-sufficient. Chris helps out by milking goats, while Paddy gets busy constructing fences.

As they head to the southern part of the island, they join Stavros, a 75-year-old fisherman who has no intention of retiring anytime soon, for a fishing trip.

Freddie, 46, was involved in an accident while driving a Morgan Super 3, a three-wheeled car with an open top that can reach speeds of 130 mph. The vehicle lacked airbags, resulting in Freddie suffering serious facial injuries and multiple broken ribs.

It is thought that he received a £9 million compensation payment from the BBC due to the incident. The broadcaster also issued an apology to the cricketer.

Chris and Paddy also had a blast catching some waves, as surfing is a popular and exciting pastime on the island.

On the second to last day, Paddy pushes his limits by trying rock climbing. However, Chris decides not to participate because he's afraid of heights.

On their last day, Chris and Paddy ride scooters up into the hills to take part in one of the island's well-known village celebrations—a Panigiri.

In their last episode, the adventurous duo traveled to Switzerland to dive into its thriving wellness industry, valued in the millions.