Zaila Avant-garde Wins 2021 Scripps National Spelling Bee

Zaila Avant-garde Wins 2021 Scripps National Spelling Bee

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Zaila Avant-Garde made history by becoming the first African-American winner of the Scripps National Spelling Bee, spelling 'murraya' to clinch the title. At 14, she plans to celebrate with a Subway sandwich and enjoys basketball, aspiring to join the WNBA. She holds three Guinness World Records for dribbling. The Scripps Company, which runs the Bee, is a not-for-profit organization. Congratulations to Zaila for her remarkable achievements.

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What is significant about Zaila's win in the context of the Scripps National Spelling Bee's history?

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What records does Zaila hold?

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