Russell Is Gone Maybe On "Survivor"

On last nights "Survivor Redemption Island" Russells tribe Zapatera throw the challenge so they could get rid of him. For the first time ever Russell was voted off the island although he does have a chance to still get back in the game if he survives Redemption Island. I'm a big Russell fan and i would love to see him come back but it looks like the odds are against him. A more important discussion is why with only a two person advantage going in a future merge the tribe made the decision to throw the challenge to get rid of Russell. I don't think any tribe should throw a challenge and i can see in future seasons it may not be allowed as if teams regualrly throw challenges it cheapens the game. It will be interesting to see with Russell gone if the tribe is stronger apart from the two Russell allies who will now be outsiders. Before the anger was directed at Russell but with that lightning rod gone it will be interesting to see if the in fighting starts.