“Wheel of Fortune” Fans Divided Over Tough Bonus Round Loss

“Wheel of Fortune” fans are buzzing after contestant Adam Wredberg suffered a heartbreaking loss in the Bonus Round, sparking debate over whether the puzzle was too tricky or simply a missed chance.

Wredberg dominated the night, racking up $29,900 in cash along with a luxury Tahitian cruise and a $9,800 national parks tour. By the end of the main game, he seemed unstoppable heading into the final challenge.

Choosing the category “What Are You Wearing?”, Wredberg faced the puzzle: “M _ F _ N _ _ _ L O T _ E S.” With letters “M, F, G, O” added, he had 10 seconds to solve. His guesses—“My fun clothes” and even a joking “My funcles”—fell short. The correct answer: “My Fancy Clothes.”

The sting was sharper when host Ryan Seacrest revealed the prize he missed: $40,000 in bonus cash.

Social media quickly lit up. Some viewers argued the puzzle was unfairly tough, while others insisted it was solvable. Regardless, the moment has kept fans talking—proof that “Wheel of Fortune” still delivers high-stakes drama.