Shrey Parikh, a 14-year-old, won the competition this year after correctly spelling 32 words in a 90-second lighting round tiebreaker.
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FRI · 2026-05-29 · 23:08 GMTBRIEF NSR-2026-0530-80444
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Can Americans spell the National Spelling Bee’s winning words?
Shrey Parikh, a 14-year-old, emerged victorious in this year's National Spelling Bee. He secured the win by correctly spelling 32 words during a rapid-fire tiebreaker round.
BBC News - WorldFiled 2026-05-29 · 23:08 GMTLean · CenterRead · 1 min
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Shrey Parikh, a 14-year-old, emerged victorious in this year's National Spelling Bee. He secured the win by correctly spelling 32 words during a rapid-fire tiebreaker round. This intense tiebreaker lasted for 90 seconds, showcasing Parikh's exceptional spelling abilities under pressure. The competition concluded with Parikh's impressive performance in the tiebreaker, solidifying his status as the champion.
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The tiebreaker round lasted 90 seconds.
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Shrey Parikh correctly spelled 32 words in a tiebreaker.
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Shrey Parikh, a 14-year-old, won the National Spelling Bee.
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