[Warning: The following contains MAJOR spoilers for the Wednesday, February 18, episode of Jeopardy!]
The Jeopardy! Invitational Tournament is slowly coming to an end. The finals began on February 18 and one contestant ruined their chances of winning the first game when they went all in on their Daily Double wagers.
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