In the most recent episode of “Wheel of Fortune,” contestants Stephen Hilles, David Brown, and Becky Van Riper battled through an assortment of puzzles under the theme “Great American Cities.” Stephen Hilles emerged as the victor after a series of exciting rounds, demonstrating impressive puzzle-solving skills.
The Bonus Round
The bonus round presented Stephen with the phrase “PUSH AHEAD,” which unfortunately proved too tough, and he did not win the additional $40,000 prize. However, his overall performance was still strong enough to secure the victory.
Puzzles and Gameplay Highlights
The episode kicked off with a $1,000 Toss Up puzzle categorized under Showbiz, where “MOVIE PREMIERE” was correctly guessed by David Brown. However, it was Stephen who clinched the $2,000 Toss Up with the answer “LABORATORY TECHNICIAN,” setting the pace for the night. The puzzles ranged from phrases to occupations, each adding a layer of intrigue and competition among the players.
One of the highlights of the evening was Round 2’s “YOU’RE IN FOR A REAL TREAT,” solved by Stephen, which boosted his lead. This was closely followed by a Prize Puzzle, “LOUNGING ON MY BALCONY,” where Stephen also triumphed, earning a trip to Washington, D.C., and increasing his total winnings significantly. The triple toss-ups focused on everyday items, with the answers being TABLESPOON, TEASPOON, and PITCHFORK, showcasing the show’s knack for variety in puzzle themes.
The final round before the bonus featured “LIPSTICK & MASCARA,” won by David, who managed a late surge to boost his total earnings to $6,700. Despite this effort, it was not enough to surpass Stephen, who had already amassed a considerable lead.
Puzzle Solutions Table
Here is a summary of the night’s puzzles and their solutions:
Round | Puzzle Answer |
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$1,000 Toss Up | MOVIE PREMIERE |
$2,000 Toss Up | LABORATORY TECHNICIAN |
Round 1 | SLOT MACHINE WASHABLE |
Round 2 | YOU’RE IN FOR A REAL TREAT |
Round 3 (Prize) | LOUNGING ON MY BALCONY |
Triple Toss Up 1 | TABLESPOON |
Triple Toss Up 2 | TEASPOON |
Triple Toss Up 3 | PITCHFORK |
Round 4 | LIPSTICK & MASCARA |
Bonus Round | PUSH AHEAD |