76th Scripps National Spelling Bee
| 76th Scripps National Spelling Bee | |
|---|---|
The Grand Hyatt Washington in Washington, D.C., hosted the Scripps National Spelling Bee. | |
| Date | May 28–29, 2003 |
| Location | Grand Hyatt Washington, Washington D.C. |
| Winner | Sai R. Gunturi |
| Age | 13 |
| Residence | Dallas, Texas |
| Sponsor | The Dallas Morning News |
| Sponsor location | Dallas, Texas |
| Winning word | pococurante |
| No. of contestants | 251 |
| Pronouncer | Jacques Bailly (first year as chief pronouncer) |
| Preceded by | 75th Scripps National Spelling Bee |
| Followed by | 77th Scripps National Spelling Bee |
The 76th Scripps National Spelling Bee was held on May 28–29, 2003, in Washington D.C.