contestants

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This year the contest went to a spell-off, where the final two contestants spell as many words as they can in 90 seconds.

From Barron's • May 29, 2026

The contestants, known as “Islanders,” compete for a $100,000 cash prize.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 24, 2026

Having passed through checkpoints in Greece, Turkey, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan and Mongolia, Thursday's finale saw the remaining contestants head north from Kharkhorin.

From BBC • May 21, 2026

White revealed that “Survivor 50” contestants Charlie Davis and Kamilla Karthigesu will appear in “White Lotus.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026

All the contestants took their places on the pier.

From "Caterpillar Summer" by Gillian McDunn