Akshay (akshay007007)

Race #459

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Official speed 39.63 wpm (99.32 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start May 24, 2021 11:39:18am UTC
Race Finish May 24, 2021 11:40:57am UTC
Outcome No win (4 of 5)
Accuracy 96.0%
Points 39.63
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