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How David Cook won 'American Idol'

May 22 - By Derrik J. Lang, AP Entertainment Writer

The duel between Davids brought an estimated 31.7 million viewers to the Fox finale of "American Idol," a million more viewers that last year's showdown between Jordin Sparks and Blake Lewis, Nielsen Media Research reported Thursday.

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It's a landslide: David Cook rocks the 'Idol' vote

May 15 - By Lynn Elber, AP Television Writer

For an "American Idol" season so flat and lifeless, the end sure rocked: Ex-bartender David Cook virtually body-slammed teen prodigy David Archuleta in a surprising landslide Wednesday night, capping an energized finale filled with big stars and polished performances.

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