Fans of “Wheel of Fortune” are buzzing after a recent episode sparked mixed reactions regarding a contestant’s emotional loss in the Bonus Round. Some viewers feel the puzzle was nearly impossible, while others contend that the player should have solved it.
The contestant, Adam Wredberg, excelled in the main game, walking away with nearly $30,000 in cash before facing the final challenge. His early performance was remarkable—he solved the very first puzzle of the night and quickly took the lead. By the Mystery Round, Wredberg had accumulated $13,100 in cash along with a dream Tahitian cruise.
He continued to impress. In the Express Round, Wredberg secured another significant prize—a Trafalgar tour of America’s National Parks valued at $9,800, according to Andy Nguyen’s recap blog. By the end of the regular game, his total winnings reached $29,900, including two fantastic trips.
Then came the high-pressure Bonus Round.
Standing next to new host Ryan Seacrest, and accompanied by his brother Andy and sister-in-law Jessica, Wredberg chose the category “What Are You Wearing?”—a daring and unusual selection. After picking his letters, the board displayed: “M _ F _ N _ _ _ L O T _ E S.”
With the standard “R, S, T, L, N, E” already revealed, Wredberg added “M, F, G, and O” as his additional letters. This left him with only 10 seconds to figure out the three-word phrase.
At first glance, he appeared close. The first and last words seemed clear, but the middle one puzzled him. He guessed phrases like “My fun clothes” and even humorously suggested, “My funcles,” as the clock ticked down. Unfortunately, the correct answer—revealed moments later—was “My Fancy Clothes.”
To add to the disappointment, Seacrest disclosed what Wredberg had missed out on: an astonishing $40,000 in bonus cash.
Despite the tough loss, Wredberg took it in stride, smiling as the audience applauded. However, fans on social media were not in agreement. The comments section on the show’s YouTube page was filled with discussions.
“That was definitely harder than it appears,” one user commented. “I would…
Some people had a different opinion, arguing that the puzzle was solvable. “Two players who seemed lost in Bonus Land this week!” remarked another fan. “These puzzles weren’t overly challenging! Yes, nerves can play a role, but really—they should have figured them out!”
Regardless of whether it was just bad luck or a chance that slipped away, one thing is clear: this episode has sparked conversation among fans.
