Wheel of Fortune player wins $50,000 and NASCAR finale spot

Tiffany's strategic letter choices help her dominate the game and secure a top-three finish.

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

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On a recent episode of Wheel of Fortune, contestant Tiffany won $50,000 and earned a spot as one of the top three competitors to team up with NASCAR stars for the show's finale. Tiffany impressed viewers with her quick puzzle-solving skills, including correctly guessing "A Book of Poetry" in the bonus round to win an additional $40,000.

Why it matters

Tiffany's victory highlights the strategic thinking and quick reflexes required to succeed on Wheel of Fortune, a long-running game show that remains popular among viewers. Her inclusion in the NASCAR-themed finale also demonstrates the show's efforts to appeal to a wide range of audiences and integrate current events and partnerships.

The details

Tiffany started strong, correctly solving the first two Toss-Up Rounds. She then won the NASCAR Experience Prize and dominated the Prize Puzzle, solving "Fabulous Guided Tour" to earn a trip to Ireland. In the bonus round, Tiffany chose the "Thing" category and quickly guessed "A Book of Poetry" to win an additional $40,000, securing her spot as one of the top three contestants to compete in the NASCAR finale.

  • Tiffany correctly solved the first Toss-Up Round, category "Song Title", with "Born to Run".
  • Tiffany correctly solved the second Toss-Up Round, category "Pet Life", with "Wearing My New Dog Collar".
  • Tiffany won the NASCAR Experience Prize, valued at $7,899.
  • Tiffany solved the Prize Puzzle: Events, "Fabulous Guided Tour", winning a trip to Ireland worth $8,598.
  • Tiffany won the bonus round with "A Book of Poetry", earning an additional $40,000.

The players

Tiffany

A die-hard racing fan who competed on Wheel of Fortune and won $50,000, including a $40,000 bonus round prize, to secure a spot as one of the top three contestants to team up with NASCAR stars for the show's finale.

Chris

Tiffany's husband, who she introduced to the host Ryan Seacrest during the episode.

Kyle Busch

A NASCAR star who will be paired with one of the top three contestants, including Tiffany, for the show's finale.

Joey Logano

A NASCAR star who will be paired with one of the top three contestants, including Tiffany, for the show's finale.

Christopher Bell

A NASCAR star who will be paired with one of the top three contestants, including Tiffany, for the show's finale.

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What they’re saying

“Tiffany's inclusion of "O" in the vowel letter combo worked well.”

— u/sy1971ofJapan (Reddit)

“Is it just me or what's with all the screaming from the audience every spin? Don't they normally just clap lol”

— u/AlwaysTired27 (Reddit)

“I absolutely hate the screaming, and it's getting to be unwatchable. I would be annoyed if I was sitting in the audience listening to that. I feel like they're trying to get their 15 minutes of anonymous fame. They can watch the show and hear themselves. I noticed at the end, the screamer started to do it, but realized people weren't clapping, so she cut herself off.”

— u/lianor_m_harrison (Reddit)

What’s next

The top three contestants, including Tiffany, will team up with NASCAR stars Kyle Busch, Joey Logano, and Christopher Bell for the Wheel of Fortune finale competition on Friday.

The takeaway

Tiffany's impressive performance on Wheel of Fortune, including her strategic letter choices and quick puzzle-solving skills, has earned her a spot in the show's NASCAR-themed finale. Her victory highlights the enduring appeal of the long-running game show and its ability to adapt to current trends and partnerships.