[Warning: The following contains MAJOR spoilers for the Thursday, February 5, episode of Jeopardy!]
Paolo Pasco swept the Tournament of Champions in three games, so now Jeopardy! is moving on to the next competition: the Jeopardy! Invitational Tournament. Matt Amodio returned to defend his 2025 title as he faced off against two tough opponents in the first quarterfinals game. Read on to find out if he won or if someone else defeated him.
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