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stan the man 06-03-2019 07:02 AM

Rumor has it james loses on Jeopardy
 
Holzhauer’s historic run come to an end made the rounds Sunday on social media.

rustyp 06-03-2019 08:01 AM

SPOILER ALERT: Leaked video shows James Holzhauer's 32-day winning streak on Jeopardy! come to an end on Monday after professional gambler amassed $2,382,583 in prize money - falling short of Ken Jennings' $2.5M record
Leaked video of Monday's episode of Jeopardy! circulated on social media
It shows James Holzhauer's 32-day winning streak come to an end
Holzhauer failed to wager enough money in the Final Jeopardy! round
Emma Boettcher defeated Holzhauer, which means he won't get all-time record
Ken Jennings amassed a record $2.5million on Jeopardy! 15 years ago

Nucky 06-03-2019 08:16 AM

Let's not believe it until the show is aired. Have we not learned from other resent more important events with inaccurate news, some huge some small not to believe everything especially when reported like this or other shakey news sources.

I'll wait till it is reported In People Magazine or The Enquirer!

Could you imagine having a conversation with this guy? He could out reply almost everyone on this Forum except One Person. Do you think it could be, Nah Impossible! LOL

Annabelle110410 06-03-2019 08:21 AM

Unfortunately, the video has gone viral and Las Vegas has stopped taking bets.

ColdNoMore 06-03-2019 08:22 AM

The reports of my demise...are greatly exaggerated.



Thank you,

James





:1rotfl:

karostay 06-03-2019 08:26 AM

Wish I had the chance to see the out come tonight instead of reading a spoiler alert

Topspinmo 06-03-2019 08:44 AM

Shows are taped, so most likely true?

Wiserbud47 06-03-2019 09:42 AM

"Leaked video"
 
I feel that it would be in the best interest of the show to have it known that "James' last night is Monday, June 3". It is similar to the final show of a series. They will get a larger viewer audience because people have been waiting to see the night that someone actually beats him. If people didn't know and missed it, they would be very disappointed. Since it is taped, I am fairly certain that you will see James lose tonight to Emma.

LuckyS 06-03-2019 10:42 AM

Its true, video is all over the interweb

Taltarzac725 06-03-2019 10:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ColdNoMore (Post 1654800)
The reports of my demise...are greatly exaggerated.



Thank you,

James





:1rotfl:

Love Mark Twain. He does seem to be losing steam though. I mean James not Twain. That ship sailed a long time ago but Twain is still in our hearts and minds.

Taltarzac725 06-03-2019 10:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Annabelle110410 (Post 1654798)
Unfortunately, the video has gone viral and Las Vegas has stopped taking bets.

I will have to tape Jeopardy tonight.

retiredguy123 06-03-2019 11:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Taltarzac725 (Post 1654853)
I will have to tape Jeopardy tonight.

I will be recording it on DVR. I no longer have a tape machine.

sallybowron 06-03-2019 04:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nucky (Post 1654793)
Let's not believe it until the show is aired. Have we not learned from other resent more important events with inaccurate news, some huge some small not to believe everything especially when reported like this or other shakey news sources.

I'll wait till it is reported In People Magazine or The Enquirer!

Could you imagine having a conversation with this guy? He could out reply almost everyone on this Forum except One Person. Do you think it could be, Nah Impossible! LOL



:1rotfl: What? He couldn't out play me?

ColdNoMore 06-03-2019 04:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sallybowron (Post 1654977)
:1rotfl: What? He couldn't out play me?

:1rotfl:


I'm going to go out on a limb here and make a wild guess...that it wasn't aimed at you. :D

justjim 06-03-2019 04:55 PM

For once a rumor is correct. James appears to be the one who has enough.

ColdNoMore 06-03-2019 06:28 PM

It's official...James lost.

Madelaine Amee 06-03-2019 07:56 PM

My other half thinks there is something fishy here. He is a gambler and he only bid $2K on his last answer, when he usually dropped a pile on the last answer. Maybe accepted a big pay off, or his own show !!! Stay tuned.

Birdie Dreamer 06-03-2019 08:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Madelaine Amee (Post 1655059)
My other half thinks there is something fishy here. He is a gambler and he only bid $2K on his last answer, when he usually dropped a pile on the last answer. Maybe accepted a big pay off, or his own show !!! Stay tuned.

He was in second place going into Final Jeopardy. No matter how much he bet, he could not beat Emma unless she answered incorrectly ( or did not bet enough to double him up) . His bet was enough to cover the other guy if he was correct and bet it all. And to cover Emma if she made an error and did not bet.
A proper bet.

Sorry to ruin your conspiracy theory.

Taltarzac725 06-03-2019 09:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Birdie Dreamer (Post 1655072)
He was in second place going into Final Jeopardy. No matter how much he bet, he could not beat Emma unless she answered incorrectly ( or did not bet enough to double him up) . His bet was enough to cover the other guy if he was correct and bet it all. And to cover Emma if she made an error and did not bet.
A proper bet.

Sorry to ruin your conspiracy theory.

A University of Chicago librarian beat him. That would be a hard job to get. Meet Emma Boettcher, the University of Chicago librarian who just beat James Holzhauer on ‘Jeopardy!’ - Chicago Tribune

Villageswimmer 06-04-2019 06:00 AM

I thought both James and Emma were very gracious. I think it unfortunate that it was leaked and the suspense spoiled. Cannot understand why someone felt the need to leak.

Anyway, congratulations to James. He sure made it fun.

rustyp 06-04-2019 06:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Villageswimmer (Post 1655095)
I thought both James and Emma were very gracious. I think it unfortunate that it was leaked and the suspense spoiled. Cannot understand why someone felt the need to leak.

Anyway, congratulations to James. He sure made it fun.

Since the inevitable did happen the show itself probably planted the leak. One might guess that last night's viewing audience was most likely the largest of the series.

Taltarzac725 06-04-2019 10:26 AM

abc7chicago.com - ABC7 WLS Chicago and Chicago News

I recall that they showed Jeopardy at 3:30 PM weekdays in Chicagoland.

VILLAGERBB 06-04-2019 12:22 PM

Anyone else think he intentionally lost?

HIgolfers 06-04-2019 12:26 PM

Yup Birdie Dreamer is correct- James explained his betting rationale in an interview.

ColdNoMore 06-05-2019 09:40 PM

Well, here's James' comment for those who think...he may have lost on purpose.

The most frequent explanation? The pro gambler had said his young daughter was anxiously awaiting his return, so he wanted to get home earlier.



James Holzhauer reacts to fans''' '''Jeopardy''' conspiracy theories about him losing on purpose

Quote:

Originally Posted by James Holzhauer
"Sure, I could stick around and play a game that pays me $150,000 per hour, but I'd really rather get toys thrown at my crotch for free"...he cracked in response.


:1rotfl:

Taltarzac725 06-06-2019 07:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ColdNoMore (Post 1655626)
Well, here's James' comment for those who think...he may have lost on purpose.

The most frequent explanation? The pro gambler had said his young daughter was anxiously awaiting his return, so he wanted to get home earlier.



James Holzhauer reacts to fans''' '''Jeopardy''' conspiracy theories about him losing on purpose




:1rotfl:

That is funny. We will be seeing a lot of James on various Jeopardy Tournaments. And he is one of the more likable Jeopardy champions.

Topspinmo 06-07-2019 08:38 AM

Luck finely ran out with double jeopardy questions. He got the first one right off the bat ������, so no doubling up and Emma got the last two basilly wiping him out of leaders chance. Emma had to miss the final answer to loose, she didn’t, he didn’t escape this time. He did have couple close matches and won them. Not to worry he should be back for tournament of champions.. if he don’t triple up on his winnings and figure it not worth his time? He also answered more questions that Emma but couldn’t catch her.

Madelaine Amee 06-07-2019 09:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by VILLAGERBB (Post 1655207)
Anyone else think he intentionally lost?

yes, this household thinks he either took a buy out or has something bigger waiting in the wings for him. No doubt he was/is absolutely brilliant, what an incredible mind and memory. What I wouldn't give for just some of that recall. :)

Mudder 06-07-2019 10:37 AM

I'm a little annoyed at Alex. He made some unnecessary skeptical remarks at the beginning on the show after James lost. It just felt a bit disrespectful to Emma.
Ok, so now we know she only lasted two more shows, but still.
Not to be disrespectful to Alex but I think it's time for a new host. I saw him in a current interview, he sounded hopeful but didn't look so good. Hope the show runner is actively thinking about a new host.

Taltarzac725 06-07-2019 11:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mudder (Post 1655965)
I'm a little annoyed at Alex. He made some unnecessary skeptical remarks at the beginning on the show after James lost. It just felt a bit disrespectful to Emma.
Ok, so now we know she only lasted two more shows, but still.
Not to be disrespectful to Alex but I think it's time for a new host. I saw him in a current interview, he sounded hopeful but didn't look so good. Hope the show runner is actively thinking about a new host.

He looked good in last night's To Tell the Truth. But I see that was from 2018.


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