In the unpredictable world of game shows, where split-second decisions can determine fortunes, controversy erupted on a recent episode of “Wheel of Fortune.” The uproar began when contestant Megan, a high school choir director from California, appeared to provide what some believe was the correct answer, leaving fans in disbelief.

The incident occurred during the bonus puzzle round, with the category being “Living Thing.” The puzzle displayed “_ N R _ _ ,” and Megan, armed with the provided letters “RSTLNE,” added three more letters before the final round began. This left her with “P_N RC _ D” to decipher for the two-word puzzle.

As Megan began guessing, she audibly said “Orchid” early on, seemingly providing the correct second word of the puzzle. However, some fans speculated that she might have said “Something” or even “Pink” before “Orchid,” which would have led to the full solution, “Pink Orchid.”

The judges, however, did not award Megan the money, a substantial $40,000, and host Pat Sajak commented that he believed she fixated too much on finding a specific type of orchid. Megan had mentioned “Pony Orchid” at one point during her guesses.

The controversy quickly spilled over to social media, with fans expressing their frustration and insisting that Megan deserved the prize. Many argued that her initial guess of “Pink Orchid” was clear and should have been acknowledged.

This incident adds a touch of drama to Pat Sajak’s final season as the host of “Wheel of Fortune.” Whether it was a genuine missed opportunity or a matter of unclear enunciation remains a subject of heated debate among the show’s dedicated audience.

In the ever-thrilling world of game shows, where every word and guess matters, this unexpected controversy has left “Wheel of Fortune” enthusiasts divided over the fairness of Megan’s allegedly missed answer.

Check out the controversial moment below!

Do you think Megan deserved the $40,000 prize, or was the judges’ decision justified?