76th Scripps National Spelling Bee

76th Scripps National Spelling Bee
The Grand Hyatt Washington in Washington, D.C., hosted the Scripps National Spelling Bee.
DateMay 28–29, 2003
LocationGrand Hyatt Washington, Washington D.C.
WinnerSai R. Gunturi
Age13
ResidenceDallas, Texas
SponsorThe Dallas Morning News
Sponsor locationDallas, Texas
Winning wordpococurante
No. of contestants251
PronouncerJacques Bailly (first year as chief pronouncer)
Preceded by75th Scripps National Spelling Bee
Followed by77th Scripps National Spelling Bee

The 76th Scripps National Spelling Bee was held on May 28–29, 2003, in Washington D.C.