Jacqsault (jyan513)

Race #5942

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Official speed 77.89 wpm (50.22 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start January 29, 2024 11:58:11pm UTC
Race Finish January 29, 2024 11:59:02pm UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 5)
Opponents 3. szyma (65.46 wpm)
Accuracy 98.0%
Points 71.40
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