Jeopardy! soared past Wheel of Fortune thanks to Drew Goins and his captivating run.
According to Nielsen, 8,430,000 viewers tuned in to see Drew compete during the week of January 20 to January 26.
That number edged out Ryan Seacrest’s Wheel of Fortune, which had 8,111,000 viewers.
The Fan Favorite
Drew Goins quickly won hearts when he appeared in the Jeopardy! Champions Wild Card Tournament.
He revealed a regret about missing a Taylor Swift question during his first stint, but found redemption in the tournament.
Viewers also got a chuckle from a wardrobe malfunction involving the outline of his nipples through his sweater.
The Big Matchup
In one notable clash, Drew competed against Mehal Shah and Will for a shot at the Tournament of Champions.
All three earned spots in the two-day finals after dominating earlier rounds.
Despite a late stumble, a rules loophole allowed fan-favorite Drew to advance.
Kicking Off Invitationals
Jeopardy! host Ken Jennings introduced final clues in categories like “World Geography” and “Composers.”
The combined scores crowned Mehal the winner with $46,200, placing Drew in second at $17,600.
Fans still cheered for him, praising his quick wit and on-camera charm.
The show’s Invitational Tournament is now airing, and Drew Goins remains a rising star in the Jeopardy! universe.
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