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The mathematician John MacBain is best known for developing algorithms to minimize bias at this type of event. An event of this type is named for a local of Fort Worth, Texas, who received a ticker-tape parade after “conquering” an inaugural event of this type in Russia. In a 1980 scandal, the unconventional Yugoslav Ivo Pogorelić was declared “a genius” at one of these events by Martha Argerich upon resigning her position. (-5[1])One of the most prestigious events of this type launched the career of 18-year-old Yundi Li and awards a prize (10[1])sponsored by Polish Radio. “International” events (10[1])of this type that occur every four to five years are named after Van Cliburn, (10[1])Tchaikovsky, and Chopin. For 10 points, name these events where young classical musicians progress through a series of recitals attended by a jury. ■END■ (10[2])

ANSWER: piano competitions [or music competitions or violin competitions or cello competitions or voice competitions or woodwind competitions or brass competitions; accept International Tchaikovsky Competition; accept Van Cliburn International Piano Competition; accept International Chopin Piano Competition; accept “contest”, “concours”, “adjudication”, “prize”, or “award” in place of “competition” for any of the above; prompt on competitions by asking “in what domain?”]
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PlayerTeamOpponentBuzz PositionValue
Alejandro MontesGeorgia Tech BKentucky71-5
Alan WuVanderbilt ATennessee9110
Tegan KapadiaGeorgia Tech AAlabama9710
Jack LewisMTSUHarding11210
Amogh KulkarniGeodesicVanderbilt B13610
Caleb WestKentuckyGeorgia Tech B13610