Competing in the Super 8 Motels International Bed-making Championship held today at the Mall of America here, Tobar beat 39 of the fastest and finest bed-makers from across the United States and Canada to claim the title and the grand prize of $25,000 cash.

Michelle Hanko of the Mifflinville, Pennsylvania Super 8 motel finished second with a time of two minutes and ten seconds, and won $8,888. Sheila Good Shield of the Hot Springs, South Dakota Super 8 motel placed third, with a time of two minutes and twenty-four seconds, and took home a prize of $4,444.

Contestants in this unique challenge are judged not only on speed, but accuracy as well. Contestants fitted a queen-size bed with two sheets, two pillows, two pillowcases, a blanket and a comforter. Each wrinkled sheet, crooked bedspread or improper "Super 8 tuck" added five seconds to a contestant's time. More than three penalties resulted in disqualification.
    
More than two hundred Super 8 housekeepers competed in regional contests held in 10 different cities across the United States and Canada. The finalists with the fastest times at each of the regional competitions qualified to compete at the International Championship.

The Super 8 International Bed-making Championship is held every two years to honor the hard work and dedication of Super 8 housekeepers. All 40 of today's competitors were awarded roundtrip airfare to the championship and accommodations. Beds used in the regional and international championships were donated to charity.

Founded in America's heartland in 1974, Super 8 Motels has more than 1,980 motels and 120,700 rooms throughout the United States and Canada.