I've held myself back from looking at this thread, because I had to watch the last Apprentice, that was taped. I finally got to view it last night.

This final show was the best finale so far. I really didn't have a clue as to which candidate would be chosen. It was a dead-heat match to the end, as far as I was concerned. What I really admired was the professionalism between Randal and Rebecca throughout the competition. No evil back-biting. The people they chose to help in their final task worked so hard in their behalf. Very commendable.

What irked me was Randal denying Rebecca the opportunity to become the Apprentice. I totally agree that he was very cocky, which I felt was a total departure from his previous demeanor. I do believe that this is the real Randal. He's a very successful business man, and the final moments showed us why. The look on Rebecca's face told the tale. She looked shocked and had a controlled anger expression on her face.

If Trump really wanted Rebecca to also become the Apprentice, I think he would have told Randal that, while he valued his opinion, Trump runs the Trump organization and, therefore, Rebecca was also chosen.

It was a really suprising conclusion. I don't think Rebecca has a thing to worry about, professionally, from now on. She's a sharp and tremendously capable woman who has a great business future ahead of her.