After eight intense rounds of competition, a fourth-grader at North Rose-Wolcott Elementary claimed the top spot at the fourth annual NRW Spelling Bee.

Nikhil Ganta, a sixth grader at Fort Collins' Kinard Middle School, outlasts defending champion in 55 rounds to win the Colorado State Spelling Bee.

Looking for NYT Strands answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, including the spangram.

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