In a thrilling episode of Jeopardy! on July 22, 2024, reigning champion Neilesh Vinjamuri defended his title against strong contenders Sean Duffie from Michigan and Monica Anderson from Virginia. Despite facing challenges early in the game, Neilesh rebounded from a negative score in the first round to achieve a total of $12,000 heading into the Final Jeopardy round.
Final Jeopardy Question and Answer for July 22, 2024
The Final Jeopardy clue for July 22, 2024, fell under the category “Authors,” presenting contestants with the following challenge:
“Love” is within the title of 3 of his most famous books; a fourth, “The Rainbow”, calls love “the flower of life.”
Reveal the correct answer:
– Answer: “Who is D.H. Lawrence?”
D.H. Lawrence, an influential English novelist, was known for his powerful explorations of human relationships. His notable works include Sons and Lovers, Women in Love, and Lady Chatterley’s Lover. During his lifetime, his candid treatment of sexuality and explicit language led to controversies and censorship, solidifying his reputation as both a provocative and acclaimed author.
Final Jeopardy Wagers and Winner for July 22, 2024
Neilesh Vinjamuri emerged victorious in this exciting episode, being the only contestant to answer the Final Jeopardy clue correctly. By the end of the game, Neilesh had amassed $26,100, which was more than three times that of his closest competitor. After wagering $3,000, his total winnings for the evening reached $29,100, bringing his two-day total to an impressive $41,100.
Monica Anderson, who held $7,600, wagered $5,000 but could not provide the correct response, finishing in third place with $2,600. Meanwhile, Sean Duffie, with $5,200, wagered $2,401 and secured second place with $2,799.