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Jordan F

Well deserved spot in the grand final Jonathan, shame the conundrum streak had to end on a word like that. Nick certainly didn't play badly either, just happened to come up against someone as strong as you. Whether it's you vs Jack or Peter, I anticipate a good final.

Jordan F

Big congratulations to Nick, that was an impressive comeback and a superb conundrum spot.

Jordan F

Is ALTRUIST a beater in round 6?

Jordan F

TOWNIE as an equaller in that "just about the only 6 available" round.

Jordan F

Just got out of surgery a couple of hours ago so I'll be brief. Second quarter final today featuring the number two seed Jack "I Have A Cameo On CSI As An Accountant" Worsley and the number seven seed Mark "I Have A Real Southern Belle" Murphy. Seems like a landslide on the surfa...

Jordan F

James Robinson wrote: Total Points/Max/%: 486/650 (60%)

Apologies for being nitpicky but I'm pretty sure that's more than 60%.

Jordan F

To save Graeme a post, before Daniel we had Harvey Freeman, David Williams, Julian Fell, and Kai Laddiman.

Jordan F

Well, we've come to the last regular prelim of the series. It's also the possible coronation day for Jonathan Rawlinson, as he has a chance to becomes the 4th octochamp of the series, as well as the sixth ever person to get all eight conundrums if he manages to score there. Win or lose, we'll finall...

Jordan F

Jonathan Rawlinson continues to win, and even though yesterday was his weakest performance, he still averages over 109 points per game. At present he is the number 4 seed, where he finishes depends on if he becomes an octochamp by tomorrow. I was multitasking yesterday so I don't really have my thou...

Jordan F

James Robinson wrote:Is there a specific theme tune that this goes well with

Eh, I wasn't particularly thinking of a sound with this yet, these are just initial lyrics, if it ever did take a serious next step I'd discuss with music people to figure out a rhythm and compose music to it.

Jordan F

So, we were talking on the Apterous chat about my theatre background and something happened and Apterous the musical got brought up. For fun, I wrote lyrics to what would be a first number. Take a look. I’LL STILL FLY CHARLIE REAMS: What do you do When you love counting down And you need to practice...

Jordan F

That time to get predicting again. We have our finalists confirmed, so which one's going to win it? For the first time in quite awhile, we will not know the final seeding for a little bit because our last confirmed finalist, Jonathan Rawlinson, is in the middle of his run, and we won't know his seed...

Jordan F

I will not call Jonathan what Nick calls him because I don't want to make him feel young, but Mr. Rawlinson is on quite the run, averaging 114 points per show in his four games. Will it continue with the 5th win? A win will leap frog him into the number 6 spot, and the only way he can stay number 8 ...

Jordan F

With that win and score, Jonathan is the last finalist for sure. Where he'll end up is another story, but he is definitely going to be in the final. Also, as politely as I can say this...holy shit some of these spots. That is all.

Jordan F

Jonathan Rawlinson's first three games is arguably amongst the top five first three games of all time, getting 39 maxes out of 45 rounds and has almost a 113 average in his 3 games. Can he keep it up with the 4th today? If he wins with a score of 83 points or more, he will secure his place as the la...

Jordan F

Two centuries and impressive wins for Jonathan Rawlinson so far, can he get a third of each today? Finally saw Saira Khan, and, while I don't think she's a bad guest, it's a shame she's not next to Nick because the (obvious) chemistry between them works better than with her and Susie. Join James for...

Jordan F

Our own Jonathan Rawlinson won with a mighty impressive 14 max and 110 point effort yesterday, one of the best rookie debuts in some time. Can he keep it going? I had a doctor's appointment this morning so I did not get to see the episode live or Ms. Khan, so I will update you on those as I see the ...

Jordan F

Not only did Jon get a good win, he also just became Rob Gibney's best friend, he secures his spot in the finals because of Jonathan's win.

Jordan F

Interesting situation Monday as well, if Ben wins, he's in the finals for sure (he'd be at least number 7 seed), and if he loses, Rob Gibney is in.

Jordan F

Ben Nicholson is up to 3 wins, which in this series' past may have been enough to creep into the top 8, but for now, he'll certainly need the 4th, and almost definitely need the 5th as well. Can he get the 4th today? One person who will not be rooting for him is Rob Gibney, who I believe guarantees ...

Jordan F

DIURNAL for Round 6 alternate

Jordan F

Another win for Ben Nicholson yesterday with a much better performance than on Tuesday, can he get his third today? Today also officially marks the beginning of the last 10 prelims of the series, so some very exciting times coming up.

Join James for the recap later.

Jordan F

Alt. First Numbers game: (75-8) x 4

Jordan F

...well...Ben Nicholson won. That's about the best I can say. I'm a little concerned about his fate going into today, but you never know until the show happens. Today is the return of a classic. After almost two weeks, the Robbo Recap will return today. So in honor, here is every possible smiley on ...

Jordan F

Because of Suzi's success yesterday, we have two new contestants today. Who will prevail, and could become the next and final octochamp of this series?

Join Kieran for the recap later.

Jordan F

It's the 100th prelim of the series, and with a momentous number, it's also possibly a momentous day for Suzi Purcell. She's aiming to be the third octochamp of this series, both the first non apterite and the first female octochamp of the series, and the first female non-apterite octochamp since Ca...

Jordan F

Could MISQUOTER be a 9? (A risk, but I wonder)

Jordan F

It's the end of the week, and also another potential moving day for Suzi Purcell. Here are her scenarios: Finish as number 5 seed: Lose with a score of 28 or less, or lose with 29 and lose the tiebreak Finish as number 4 seed: Lose with a score between 30 and 49, lose with 29 and win the tiebreak, o...

Jordan F

Suzi Purcell keeps on winning, although yesterday's win was not the highest scoring. Can she get the 6th win today? It seems very likely today that win or lose, she'll end up in the number 5 spot, because all she needs to do is score 15 points to move ahead of Mark Murphy. Jon Culshaw continues to m...

Jordan F

Today is an interesting day for Suzi Purcell. Depending on how things turn out, she could end up in one of four different seeds today. Let's run through it. Finish as number 8 seed: Lose with a score of 54 or less, or score exactly 55 and lose the tiebreaker (not sure how that works). Finish as numb...

Jordan F

Today's a big day for me as I audition for a game show here in the states (our version of Who Wants To Be A Millionaire), it also may be a big day for Suzi Purcell. She's aiming for her 4th win today, and if she wins or loses with a score of 92 or more, she will take over the number 8 spot on the fi...

Jordan F

My first Monday spoiler thread in sometime, while James is off in Italy. We're down to 18 prelims left before the finals, so it's crunch time to see who will make the finals. Suzi Purcell became a two time champ on Friday with a century, can she get another century today, or at least her third win? ...

Jordan F

I'm back after my one day absence due to travel. And in said absence, Suzi Purcell drew her way to victory yesterday. Can she win another one, or will her loss be a piece of sketch comedy? It's the end of Lesley Garrett, who my guess is you appreciate more than those puns I just said, as for me I'll...

Jordan F

No Italy for me, unfortunately, I did however travel today to my hometown for a mini-vacation so I missed today. Hopefully I'll be back for tomorrow's spoiler, filled with Americanisms and not so thinly-veiled criticisms at Dictionary Corner.

Jordan F

Glenn Clements won yesterday in a game that had the joint highest potential max of the series. Can he win in a game where the potential score may not be as kind? I feel like we're getting close to Mark Murphy clinching a spot in the finals with a loss, but someone may have to tell me for sure. Still...

Jordan F

We have a new champion today, and no, Tony Atkins did not make a return appearance. Tony Ackland however came out ahead in a narrow victory. Can he get number 2? For those who did not watch yesterday, it is not Alastair Stewart in DC today, it is actually Lesley Garrett, and as I couldn't watch yest...

Jordan F

A particularly sad loss for Stuart as that score will put him at the present number 9 seed by 8 points. Still could be the alternate, but no finals for him under regular circumstances.

Jordan F

Stuart Wright impressed yesterday with a score of 111 points yesterday. Can he continue to impress with a third win today? We say goodbye to Janet Street-Porter yesterday, and to the shock of Jack Worsley, I actually pretty much liked her this week.

Join Thomas for the final recap of the week later.

Jordan F

Our own Stuart Wright got a win yesterday, can he get another today and move a step closer to having another apterite in the finals?

Join James for the recap later.

Jordan F

George Hills has an interesting prescedent to live up to. He won yesterday with the lowest winning score of the series, and if I read the wiki right, he won with the lowest winning score since series 63. Can he win, and perhaps improve? To throw off Jack a bit, I'll say that I"m not sure what I...

Jordan F

TENUTOS for an alternate in round 1 for sure

AGAVES as a possible alternate in round 3? (Thinking like blue agave for margaritas but I don't know if it's a mass)

Jordan F

This is a big one for Craig Lingard. If he wins, he becomes the present number 8 seed, which would also knock out our own Chris Butler. In theory he could lose and still get in, but his losing score would have to be 114 or more, so it would require a very impressive loss. Join David for the recap la...

Jordan F

The "something" that was declared in the corner for round 7 was GUILT.

Jordan F

LOGOUT for 6 in round 7?

Jordan F

Craig Lingard is the new champ, can he finish the week with win number two? We say goodbye to Angela Rippon, and while she wasn't terrible, I'm not going to shed too many tears over moving on.

Join Thomas (I think) for the recap later.

Jordan F

George Anderson pulled off his most impressive performance thus far yesterday with a 96 point win, and will try for number four today. If he gets said 4th win, he will move into the number 8 position (Unless he pulls off a record performance); and barring a record-setting loss, he has to win to ensu...

Jordan F

Two now for George Anderson, can he get the third today? With an average of 69 per show, the third win alone almost certainly won't get him to the finals picture, he would need the 4th win tomorrow if he got that far. Despite these hypothetical rusings, one thing is certain. James will recap us later.

Jordan F

George Anderson became the new champ yesterday, with some good moments and some not so good moments. Which side will show up today, and can he pull a second win out of it?

Join David for the recap later.

Jordan F

Bad news is Nick's streak ends at 6, good news is that 69 points will put him at number 3 seed and a guaranteed spot in the finals, so we'll see him then.

Jordan F

It's my 22nd birthday today, and I want 22 9s on my birthday. It won't happen, but if Nick Hall can get just one, maybe he can get the 7th win to put him as the sure fire number 3 seed. Today is Chris Packham's last day, that's a good gift.

Join Thomas for the recap later.

Jordan F

Nick Hall is on quite the roll, 5 wins under his belt and unless he performs very weakly today, should have at least the number 4 seed in his hands win or lose today. Can he further improve his standings with the sixth win?

James will recap us later.

Jordan F

Nick Hall is a half-octochamp, can he get a fifth win today and become the first person to get at least 5 wins in over two months? No more words on Chris Packham, for they'd be ones that are not pleasant.

Join James for the recap later.

Jordan F

With that win, Nick is now in the top 8, and John Bird is now out.

Jordan F

Three wins for Nick Hall so far, can he get the 4th win? If he does, it puts him in at least the number 7 spot at present. Even if he loses, if he scores at least 52 points, he'll be the number 8 seed, so it'll be interesting to see how it plays out. Was not a big fan of Chris Packham yesterday, we'...

Jordan F

...I've been fired, haven't I.

Jordan F

I'll be brief as I'm recovering today from a bruised tailbone. The new champ is Megan Jephson, can she get win number 2 today? Paul Zenon will return, maybe he'll magically heal my tailbone.

We have a debut recap today from David Barnard, join him later.

Jordan F

It's 4/20 and it's the 69th prelim. Mr. Morrison, if you want to make a joke based on these facts, be my guest. Matt Heal got win number 2 yesterday, he needs the third to be in contention for the finals though, can he do it? It's the end of Margaret Mountford this week, and overall I like her. Had ...

Jordan F

Matt Heal is the new champ, can he get number 2 today? More Mountford today, I like her so far, we'll see if that continues today.

James will recap us later.

Jordan F

Wow....these match ups that I have/could potentially have. I might not be able to represent the US well here, sorry to my countrymates

Jordan F

More questions today: Will Hilary White make it a hat trick today? What Apprentice reference will Margaret Mountford bring up? Will Richard Priest ever find out who or what Bettany is? How come Susie Dent never heard "She Bangs" before? Find out the answers to at least two of these questio...

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