Sophi Balerdi Breaks Down the ‘Survivor 49’ Moment Fans Keep Arguing About (Exclusive)

As a core member of Survivor season 49's most dominant alliance, Sophi Balerdi managed to stay influential without becoming a huge target, maneuvering through the game with a level of awareness that ultimately carried her to Final Tribal Council and earned her two jury votes in a 5–2–1 finish that ultimately went to her closest ally Savannah Louie.

In a post-finale interview with Men’s Journal, the Miami native, 27, exclusively breaks down the strategy behind her game, from navigating alliance...