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The following week...
Announcer: Before we begin this week, one of our contestants has an important announcement.
Fred: Since last week, there's been a lot of controversy over my beating out Evan. While no one who has actually seen the vote count contests it, I've decided to withdraw from the competition.
Fred: Look, everyone knows Evan was better than me, but I can't help it if people voted for the dancing slime mold because I'm unusual. So I figure it's best if I bow out now and save everyone the trouble.
Ki: Wow... that's incredibly gracious of Fred.
Sharon: I'm sure the $200,000 fee for participating will lessen the sting...

