Shivanand (shivanandyadav)

Race #490

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Official speed 35.22 wpm (111.07 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start August 23, 2024 7:04:05am UTC
Race Finish August 23, 2024 7:05:56am UTC
Outcome No win (2 of 5)
Accuracy 96.0%
Points 32.29
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