david (zavalad4679)

Race #36

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Official speed 42.65 wpm (91.72 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start May 10, 2024 6:12:45pm UTC
Race Finish May 10, 2024 6:14:16pm UTC
Outcome No win (4 of 5)
Opponents 2. slowburner (53.33 wpm)
Accuracy 95.0%
Points 39.09
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