And now perhaps we can all get back to the subject.

I would dearly love to hear that 10-year old with the amazing voice sing something else. I do think she could give Susan a run for her money.

But I would imagine the "story" will carry Susan all the way unless she stumbles badly. None of the other contenders are likely to be judged as so superior to Susan that they deserve first prize more. And if it's close, she wins.

After all, it's not as if the 10-year -old won't have plenty of chances ahead. As has been noted, this is Susan's moment--in large part because of her story.