A Minnesota contestant impressed viewers during a recent episode of Wheel of Fortune by solving a $65,650 puzzle in record time. Delinda Rood, from Rosemount, gained attention from both the audience and host Ryan Seacrest with her quick and confident Bonus Round performance. Her accomplishment became a standout moment in the November 4 episode.
The game started slowly for Rood, who initially missed the first toss-up puzzle, “My Game Face.” She quickly recovered by buzzing in for the second toss-up, “Practical Joker,” earning $2,000. Her fellow contestants, Justin Zamora of California and Shateria Smith of Tennessee, also performed well, with Zamora winning a trip to Norway and Smith securing the One Million Dollar Wedge.
Rood continued to build momentum as she solved puzzles such as “Spoil Yourself At The Spa” and delivered strong results in the triple toss-up round. By the time the final puzzle appeared, she had earned her place in the Bonus Round with $20,650. Her thoughtful decisions and steady approach gave her a competitive advantage.
In the Bonus Round, Rood chose the category “Around the House” and quickly solved the puzzle: “Warm Quilt.” Seacrest and the audience responded with excitement as she revealed the correct answer, adding $45,000 to her total. With final winnings of $65,650, Rood’s fast thinking and consistent strategy created one of the most memorable Wheel of Fortune highlights in recent episodes. Her achievement showed how preparation, focus, and support can contribute to remarkable success.