In order to win big bucks — and other prizes — on the popular game show Wheel of Fortune, a contestant has to be a good speller and be on top of their guessing game. However, that doesn't mean they need to be a pro when it comes to geography.
While each contestant hopes they make the most money throughout each round to be able to go for an even bigger prize, like a new car or $30,000, there is a beloved Prize Puzzle Round in each episode where one of the three contestants are given a dream vacation. Even if they don't take home the big prize, a free trip to Bahamas is a nice consolation gift.
During an episode that aired on Wednesday night that featured couples, husband and wife David and Keri Dailey ran into some luck when their spin landed on the Express spot during the Prize Puzzle Round. This meant that the couple was able to keep calling out letters without needing to spin the wheel. They were then successful at solving the puzzle that read "Gondola Ride Through Venice," winning the round — and the trip.
It may appear obvious to the majority of the Internet exactly where host Pat Sajak would be sending the pair. So, he innocently said, "Let's check your geography knowledge. What country do you think we're sending you to?"
It wouldn't be Wheel of Fortune without the hilarious fails that always wind up happening. This is probably the most embarrassing one as of late.
"Paris," Mr. Dailey said without a pause.
This response, of course, mortified his wife, prompting the husband to come to his senses and correct himself.
"France," he then said.
Even though he may be a master spinner of the wheel, Dailey certainly failed his geography lesson.
When we think of Paris, we think of the Eiffel Tower, croissants and rosé wine. When we think of Venice — which is in Italy, for those of you who are still left scratching your heads — the first image that pops into our minds is a gondola ride.
"Do we still get it?" Mrs. Dailey asked, hoping her husband didn't screw up their next vacation.
"Apparently, you know your husband well," Sajak said after bursting out in laughter.
The couple did, in fact, get to keep their trip, even making it to the Bonus Round. Sajak had to troll the pair one more time, asking where they were going again. Mrs. Dailey firmly responded "Italy," and the couple won a total of $60,432 in the episode.
Watch the hilarious geography fail in the clip below.
Source: Uproxx
