Jeopardy Teen Tournament finalist

[malaise]

in summary trivia matters because it helps us understand each other (citing Trebek from last week) and facts are the building blocks of all opinions and beliefs. Big applause.

[malaise]

1. And spoiler

He wins
https://tvline.com/2019/06/28/jeopardy-teen-tournament-avi-gupta-wins-2019-winner/

Another big winner was announced on Friday’s Jeopardy! — and this one wasn’t leaked online ahead of time. Avi Gupta, a high school senior from Portland, Ore., won the show’s latest Teen Tournament, taking home the $100,000 grand prize.

“It still feels unreal, and I honestly can’t express how grateful and fortunate I feel to have had this opportunity,” Gupta said in a statement. “Jeopardy! has always been a huge part of my life and my family’s life; it’s a special bonding connection with my grandma, who is a huge fan.”

Ryan Presler, an eighth grader from Sioux Falls, S.D., came in second place, nabbing the $50,000 runner-up prize, while Lucas Miner, a high school junior from Miami, Fla., received $25,000 for his third-place troubles.

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last year the three finalists were all female - this year - all male.

[Goodheart]

5. He was brilliant, as was the eight grader. Young Mr. Gupta had fortune smile on him...

in the semifinal when he won sudden death by beating his opponent to a Boston Tea Party answer both obviously knew.

So, he won his $100,000 by a millisecond.

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6. From the article

Gupta, who will attend Columbia University this fall, said that most of his winnings will likely go towards his education. “However, I also hope to donate to Project32, which is a student-run non-profit that I founded in 2016. It provides underserved youth communities worldwide with dental hygiene education and supplies.”

[CatMor]

2. It was a good final ...

they were all impressive and gracious. I have to admit the big winner was my favorite.

[malaise]

3. Good tournament overall

Three wonderful teens - loved their warmth towards Alex and each other.

[CatMor]

4. I agree it was good overall ...

the intelligence of everyone of the contestants was inspiring.