FANS STEP UP THEIR GAMES ON ABC'S "BACHELOR PAD"

"Episode 303" - After a couple of fans managed to dodge elimination last week, they hit their stride both strategically and romantically, MONDAY, AUGUST 6 (8:00-10:01 p.m., ET) on ABC's "Bachelor Pad." The third challenge of the season will plunge the contestants up to their heads in "Hot Sludge Funday," an ice-cream themed obstacle course. Awaiting the winners are 3-on-1 dates to relive high school memories and to get shined up at Madame Tussaud's famous Hollywood wax museum. Back at the house, contestants will start coupling up romantically, including one fan who, after being spurned by the cast member of her dreams, will have better luck on the rebound.

Hosted by Chris Harrison, "Bachelor Pad" is executive-produced by Mike Fleiss and Martin Hilton. "The Bachelor," "The Bachelorette" and "Bachelor Pad" are all produced by Next Entertainment in association with Warner Horizon Television.

"Bachelor Pad" is broadcast in 720 Progressive (720P), ABC's selected HDTV format, with stereo sound. A TV parental guideline will be assigned closer to airdate.