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Scripps National Spelling Bee guide: How to watch, who the notable spellers are, rules and prizes
- The Scripps National Spelling Bee is taking place in Washington with 247 spellers from the U.S. and abroad.
- The competition runs over three days, starting with preliminaries and culminating in a final round to decide the champion.
- Mina Kimes serves as the bee's television host this year as part of a reimagined broadcast.
- The bee’s format includes two preliminary rounds, a written test, and a possible spell-off to determine the winner.
- First prize for the champion includes $52,500 in cash and additional awards from Encyclopaedia Britannica and Merriam-Webster.
- The competition remains a diverse field with many past champions and top contenders highlighted by experts.
- The bee is broadcast across multiple Scripps networks, with finals airing on ION and related platforms.
- The Bee’s history includes interruptions during World War II and the pandemic, with this year marking its 98th edition.
- Past champions have included a strong representation from Indian heritage, underscoring the Bee's diverse field.
- Spellers qualify through regional bees and must meet age and grade requirements to compete.
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