13-Year-Old Zaki Wins 2025 Scripps National Spelling Bee

Thirteen-year-old Faizan Zaki achieves victory at the 2025 Scripps National Spelling Bee, held in the United States. Last year's runner-up, Zaki secured the championship title by correctly spelling the word 'éclaircissement' in the 21st round. The video shows Zaki's confident demeanor as he spelled the word, requesting no further information before correctly spelling it aloud. His joyous reaction upon winning is captured in the video, showing him falling to the ground in celebration. When asked about his plans, Zaki responded, "No idea. I'm probably going to stay up the entire night or something." Zaki's win marks a remarkable achievement, showcasing both his spelling prowess and his calm composure under pressure. The event highlights the dedication and hard work involved in such competitions.