"Master Chef " Season 5 is already in its full swing. The show would be airing its finale next week. However, there are a few contestants on the show who have suggested that one of the contestants, Courtney Lapresi, is getting special treatment, according to the reports. In episode 4, Ahran was loud enough about his opinion that Lapresi was supposedly favoured whereas in episode 14 when Lapresi won the mystery box challenge, Elizabeth pointed out that judges are showing favouritism towards her.

To add the emotional factor, Courtney's little brother was also brought in episode 16 thus adding fuel to the buzz that she is getting that extra lime light. Moreover, judges Gordon Ramsey, Joe Bastianich and Graham Elliot have also been accused of sexual harassment by one of the season 4's contestants. A few months ago, Maria Porter mentioned in her blog post that the judges allegedly harrased one of friends from the show.

Though there is no proof to the accusations. Meanwhile, it has also been speculated that Courtney could end up being a winner of the Master Chef season 5. The three final contestants of the show are Elizabeth, Courtney and Leslie.

According to Catermatt speculations, Courtney has been shown in positive limelight all through out the season. She has been going strong all through the season and can out do other two finalists. However, Leslie has emerged to be a pretty solid cook and have cooked up spectacular dish all through the season.

In the semi final episode of "Master Chef" Season 5, Cutter was eliminated. Leslie faired up well in the pressure test however, he lacked behind in the plating. Cutter did finish his plating in the time but was told to go.

Reportedly, Leslie great cooking skills can work against one of the ladies in the finale. "Master Chef" Season 5 finale episode would air on Fox TV on Monday next week.