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Ryan Manton, a systems administrator from Columbus, Ohio, won his third consecutive Jeopardy! game on Wednesday, October 2, 2024. He earned $23,601, bringing his total winnings to $67,379.
In the Final Jeopardy round, Ryan correctly answered the last question and narrowly defeated his competitors, Erin Ward, a Canadian software developer, and Scott Tcheng, a San Francisco ER doctor. The game was tight, especially during Double Jeopardy, where Ryan led Scott by just $600 heading into the final round.
Jeopardy! has been a popular game show for a long time, and its fast-paced rounds and tough competition keep people watching. The show has been known for its intellectual challenges and unique question-and-answer format since it began in the 1960s. Its timeless format and the exciting Final Jeopardy round keep viewers interested, and viewers at home can even play.
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Jeopardy! Wednesday, October 2, 2024: Episode recap
The first few rounds of the October 2 episode of Jeopardy! were strong for all three contestants. After the first break, Erin had $3,800, which put her ahead of Ryan and Scott. Early in the game, the first Daily Double showed up. Ryan took advantage of it, which helped him win more money. But as the game went on, Scott also started to shine. He matched Ryan's performance in the buzzer race and caught up.
By the end of the Jeopardy round, Scott and Ryan were tied at $5,800 each, while Erin followed with $3,600. The Double Jeopardy round was where the game truly heated up. Ryan missed a critical Daily Double but quickly bounced back by securing another Daily Double, using it to regain his lead. Scott tried to prevent Ryan from gaining control but couldn’t stop him from taking a slim lead into Final Jeopardy.
Contestant profiles
The winner tonight, Ryan Manton, showed consistent performance throughout the episode. His 71% success rate with the buzzer in previous games was clear, which gave him control of the board at important times. This tactical edge helped him win his third game in a row. Ryan used to be a systems administrator, which seems to fit well with the way he plays the game.
Scott Tcheng, an ER doctor, also did a great job. The game stayed close due to his competitive game, especially in the last round, when his correct answer almost won him the game. During the contestant interviews, Scott's hobbies outside of work, like skydiving, were brought up.
Erin Ward, a software developer from London, Ontario, had a less exciting game and sometimes had trouble with the buzzer. Erin was smart, though, as shown by her past work as a tree planter and her vast knowledge in other areas, even though the game didn't go her way tonight.
Final question
"Physicist John Wheeler said he coined this term as a faster way to say 'completely collapsed objects'"
Solution
"What is a black hole?"
In the Final Jeopardy! round, contestants stake some of their winnings on one last question. This last question of Jeopardy! usually decides who wins, which makes it exciting for both the players and the viewers. Both Scott and Ryan got the answer right in the episode from October 2, 2024, which showed how important this last round can be. Ryan won since he wagered more.
The thrill of Final Jeopardy
Tonight's Final Jeopardy was about science, and the question was about a word that physicist John Wheeler came up with to describe completely collapsed objects. What is a black hole? was the right answer, and both Ryan and Scott got it right. Ryan, on the other hand, strategically wagered $11,201, which gave him a winning total of $23,601, which was just $1 more than Scott's final total.
Statistics at the first break (15 clues):
- Erin 5 correct 0 incorrect
- Ryan 4 correct 0 incorrect
- Scott 4 correct 0 incorrect
Statistics after the Jeopardy round:
- Scott 12 correct 1 incorrect
- Ryan 9 correct 0 incorrect
- Erin 5 correct 1 incorrect
Scores after the Jeopardy Round:
- Scott $5,800
- Ryan $5,800
- Erin $3,600
Statistics after Double Jeopardy:
- Ryan 17 correct 2 incorrect
- Scott 18 correct 2 incorrect
- Erin 7 correct 2 incorrect
- Total number of unplayed clues this season: 0 (0 today)
Scores going into the Final:
- Ryan $12,400
- Scott $11,800
- Erin $4,800
Scott and Ryan were both correct in the Final; that makes Ryan a 3-day champion! He’ll play for win #4 tomorrow.
The final results of tonight:
- Erin $4,800 – $4,000 = $800 (What is Col)
- Scott $11,800 + $11,800 = $23,600 (What is Black Hole?)
- Ryan $12,400 + $11,201 = $23,601 (What are black holes?) (3-day total: $67,379)
Behind the contestants’ strategies
The Daily Double is one of the most important tricks in Jeopardy!. Ryan and Scott both knew how important it was to keep these key clues under control in tonight's episode. Ryan used the third Daily Double correctly to take back the lead after missing the first one.
Tonight's episode of Jeopardy! was a thrilling show of skill and strategy, and Ryan Manton won. After his third straight win, he is now a formidable champion, and fans will undoubtedly be eager to see if he can keep winning.
