The Algerian (noxcovenant)

Race #1747

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Official speed 121.96 wpm (38.96 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start November 23, 2013 12:58:26am UTC
Race Finish November 23, 2013 12:59:05am UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 4)
Accuracy 97.0%
Points 0.00
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