The Second Task Results

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After much deliberation, the Judges have made the following determination:

• To Viktor Krum, for unfailingly executing his Task and retrieving the Durmstrang Eagle, returning first of all the competitors, 50 points;



• To Cedric Diggory, for returning second with the Hogwarts Sorting Hat, 40 points;



• To Harry Marvolo, although he failed to return with the Ouroboros of the Protectorate, having shown a concern for the Protectorate's denizens in excess of his obligations to the Tournament, and therefore having displayed his loyalties in what the judges deemed a practical manner, as well as his actions in assisting Miss Delacour, 40 points;



• To Fleur Delacour, for her valiant attempt in the Task, 10 points.



This means that entering the Third Task, Mr Marvolo retains the overall lead; Mr Krum is in second place; Mr Diggory holds third place; and Miss Delacour is in fourth place.


As always, our thanks to the Ministry, the Department of Magical Games and Sport, our guests and representatives from Durmstrang, Beauxbatons and their distinguished government officials for making this Tournament possible. The greatest praise to Our Lord Protector for His continued benevolence and interest in the competition and its competitors.