jeopardy!‘s Harrison Whitaker Secures Tenth Victory, Eyes Top Rankings
Harrison Whitaker extended his winning streak on Jeopardy! to ten games, amassing $289,600 in total winnings and solidifying his position as a formidable contestant.The latest game saw a dramatic shift in the standings during Final Jeopardy, ultimately securing Whitaker’s continued run despite a wrong answer. This victory places him within striking distance of the show’s all-time rankings, potentially reshaping the competitive landscape for future champions.
Whitaker entered Final Jeopardy with a commanding lead of $22,000, significantly ahead of second-place contestant Kavanagh with $8,600 and Lawinger in third with $6,200. Throughout the game, Whitaker consistently maintained his advantage, even after a Double Jeopardy round where Kavanagh briefly closed the gap to $8,000. The decisive moment arrived with the Final Jeopardy category, “Sports History,” and the clue: “He wasn’t yet a U.S.citizen when he was named an All-American & won 2 Olympic gold medals for the country.”
Only Kavanagh correctly identified Jim Thorpe,wagering $4,000 to increase his total to $12,600. Lawinger incorrectly answered with “What is :)?” resulting in a loss of $3,000 and a final total of $3,200. Whitaker, attempting to secure a definitive win, wagered $1,000 and incorrectly responded with “Who is Olajuwon,” leaving him with $21,000.
Despite the incorrect answer, Whitaker’s substantial lead ensured his tenth consecutive victory.He now needs just $7,601 in winnings to surpass Arthur Chu and claim the 16th spot on the Jeopardy! all-time rankings. Jeopardy! airs weekdays on local listings and is available for streaming the next day on Hulu and Peacock.
