There are three things guaranteed in the world today: Death, taxes, and Jeopardy! being on. Believe it or not, the iconic game show has been on the air for over 60 years (though the modern incarnation we know and love technically debuted in 1984). Under the watchful eye of Ken Jennings (who himself was a record-breaking champion), Jeopardy! puts three people’s trivia skills and reflexes to the ultimate test. And so many of the greats to grace those podiums started by simply watching the show as it aired on weekdays, as millions have done for over half a century.
Here’s a spoiler-filled recap of who won Jeopardy! today, plus the answer to Final Jeopardy.
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Who won Jeopardy today?
Matthew Riggle
Matthew Riggle won his second consecutive game, earning $16,399 and pushing his 2-day running total to $64,400.
Who are the Jeopardy contestants today?
Devin Weinberg
Devin Weinberg is a lawyer from Denver, Colorado.
Sophia Suazo
Sophia Suazo is a licensing manager from Plainview, New York.
Matthew Riggle
Matthew Riggle is a community college math instructor from Madison, Alabama.
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What was Final Jeopardy today?
Final Jeopardy today was in the category “POP CULTURE NICKNAMES“
The clue: “This star, director & writer who won an Oscar for his 1996 film was called “the hillbilly Orson Welles” by Robert Duvall”
The answer: “Who is Billy Bob Thornton?”
Riggle came back to defend his title on Jeopardy, taking the lead at the end of the DJ Round with $21,600, next to Suazo and Weinberg’s $7,000 and $13,400.
The lead, along with strategic wagering, proved to be key, as none of the contestants answered FJ correctly. Riggle opted for “Who is I love you Angela,” losing his wager of $5,201 for a first-place spot of $16,399.
Suazo wagered $7,000, answered “Who is Clint Eastwood?” and ended with $0 in third place, while Weinberg wagered $10,000, guessed “Who is Pacino?” and dropped to a second-place spot with $3,400.
Riggle will be back on Monday for attempt number 3.
Did you get the answer? Sound off in the comments!
When is Jeopardy on next?
Jeopardy! will come back on Monday, July 27, with a new episode. Check your local listings to find out when to watch.
Where is Jeopardy streaming?
Jeopardy! is available on both Hulu and Peacock. Subscribers can enjoy watching new episodes the next day, as well as access a vault of many classic episodes to enjoy at a moment’s notice.
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