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New Jeopardy! Champ Dethrones 12-Game Winner
21 Jul
Summary
- Sam Ryan ended Caleb Groen's 12-game winning streak on Jeopardy!
- Groen earned over $346,968 during his impressive run.
- None of the contestants correctly answered the Final Jeopardy question.
Sam Ryan is the new Jeopardy! champion, triumphing over 12-game winner Caleb Groen on the July 20 episode. Ryan, a regulatory consultant from Kansas City, took the lead heading into the final round. Tatiana Chichilla, a genetic counselor, also competed.
Despite a commanding lead, Ryan, Groen, and Chichilla all failed to answer the Final Jeopardy clue about South by Southwest. Ryan risked $1,000 to secure his win with $23,000.
During his 12-game streak, Groen earned $346,968, ranking him 17th in all-time regular-season winnings. He achieved 'super champion' status and will return for the Tournament of Champions.
Jeopardy! has seen five super champions this season. The show, which began airing in 1964, lifted its five-game win limit in September 2003, allowing for longer championship streaks.
