Roman Reigns was the last man eliminated in the Royal Rumble, with Oba Femi credited for the elimination. Becky Lynch was the last woman eliminated, with Alexa Bliss credited for hers.
Finishing one place short creates a different question from an early exit. Both Reigns and Lynch reached the closing obstacle, yet neither left as the winner. That distinction gives the victors a clear achievement while leaving the runners-up with an equally clear target: turning proximity into the final result.