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Here’s today’s Final Jeopardy (in the category Artists) for Friday, October 28, 2022 (Season 39, Game 35):
Sabena Airlines commissioned a painting by this artist, “L’Oiseau de Ciel”, a bird whose body is filled with clouds in a blue sky
(correct response beneath the contestants)
Today’s Jeopardy! contestants:
Sadie Goldberger, an interpreter from Columbia, Maryland (Yesterday’s total: $4,800)
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Jack Weller, a law student originally from San Diego, California (Yesterday’s total: $3,400)
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Rowan Ward, a chart caller, writer & editor from Chicago, Illinois (Yesterday’s total: $30,000)
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Andy’s Pregame Thoughts:
After one of the most impressive Jeopardy! performances of all time, rowan holds a commanding advantage after Game 1 of the final. However, the lead is not insurmountable — absolutely anything can happen! Today’s winner will be seen again next Thursday in the fourth quarterfinal of the Tournament of Champions, against Courtney Shah and John Focht!
One important note for fans living in the Denver television market: On days where FOX is broadcasting the World Series—which could be as many as five times between tonight and the end of next week (Oct. 28, Oct. 31, Nov. 1, Nov. 2, Nov. 4)—the show will be aired on KWGN (CW, Channel 2) instead of the usual KDVR (FOX, Channel 31). Kudos to KDVR, though—many other FOX affiliates are not as lucky. It makes me glad that Jeopardy! refused to sell the rights to a number of other FOX affiliates a few years ago.
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Correct response: Who is René Magritte?
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In the 20th century, Sabena served as the national airline of Belgium, and they commissioned famed Belgian artist René Magritte for “L’Oiseau de Ciel”. After being taken over by Swissair a few years prior, the airline declared bankruptcy in 2001, much to the consternation of the Belgian government. However, the sale of “L’Oiseau de Ciel” for €3.4 million in 2003 was incredibly helpful for former staff, as it meant the 12,000 former employees were able to be paid what was owed to them. As of 2022, Brussels Airlines is Belgium’s current flag carrier.
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Game Recap:
Jeopardy! Round:
(Categories: Picture The No. 1 Hit; Books & Authors; You Move Me; In The Science Dictionary; From The Latin; The Strongest Link)
Everyone got off to a good start in this game, with Jack doubling up his score on Clue 10. Rowan had the best time in the second half of the round, on mostly low-valued clues.
Statistics at the first break (15 clues):
Jack 3 correct 0 incorrect
Rowan 5 correct 1 incorrect
Sadie 4 correct 1 incorrect
Statistics after the Jeopardy round:
Rowan 16 correct 1 incorrect
Jack 5 correct 0 incorrect
Sadie 6 correct 1 incorrect
Double Jeopardy! Round:
(Categories: Days Of Yore; State Capital Attractions; Tv Law; African-American Firsts; Myth-Pourri; “Second” Chances)
Jack made it a game in Double Jeopardy, picking up the first Daily Double for $7,000. Rowan got the final one themselves for $6,400, but Jack’s strong play meant this wasn’t a runaway! Scores going into Final were Jack at $29,400 ($3,400 yesterday), Rowan at $20,000 ($30,000 yesterday), and Sadie at $5,000 ($4,800 yesterday.)
Statistics after Double Jeopardy:
Jack 18 correct 0 incorrect
Rowan 27 correct 2 incorrect
Sadie 9 correct 2 incorrect
Total number of unplayed clues this season: 8 (0 today).
Final Jeopardy! was a Triple Stumper, with all three players going the same way. That means Rowan is off to the Tournament of Champions!
Tonight’s Game Stats:
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Scores going into Final:
Jack $29,400
Rowan $20,000
Sadie $5,000
Tonight’s results:
Sadie $5,000 – $5,000 = $0 + $4,800 = $4,800 ($20,000) (Who is Picasso?)
Rowan $20,000 – $12,201 = $7,799 + $30,000 = $37,799 (Who is Picasso???) (Winner, $35,000)
Jack $29,400 – $29,400 = $0 + $3,400 = $3,400 ($10,000) (Who is Pi)
Scores after the Jeopardy! Round:
Rowan $6,800
Jack $4,800
Sadie $2,600
Opening break taken after: 15 clues
Daily Double locations:
1) FROM THE LATIN $1000 (clue #10)
Jack 1800 +1800 (Rowan 3600 Sadie 800)
2) MYTH-POURRI $1200 (clue #3)
Jack 7600 +7000 (Rowan 5200 Sadie 2600)
3) DAYS OF YORE $1600 (clue #9, $22400 left on board)
Rowan 6400 +6400 (Jack 18200 Sadie 2600)
Overall Daily Double Efficiency for this game: 292
Unplayed clues:
J! Round: None!
DJ! Round: None!
Total Left On Board: $0
Number of clues left unrevealed this season: 8 (0.23 per episode average), 0 Daily Doubles
Game Stats:
Rowan $15,200 Coryat, 27 correct, 2 incorrect, 49.12% in first on buzzer (28/57), 0/0 on rebound attempts (on 2 rebound opportunities)
Sadie $5,000 Coryat, 9 correct, 2 incorrect, 19.30% in first on buzzer (11/57), 0/0 on rebound attempts (on 2 rebound opportunities)
Jack $22,800 Coryat, 18 correct, 0 incorrect, 26.32% in first on buzzer (15/57), 1/1 on rebound attempts (on 4 rebound opportunities)
Combined Coryat Score: $43,000
Lach Trash: $6,800 (on 6 Triple Stumpers)
Coryat lost to incorrect responses (less double-correct responses): $4,200
Rowan Ward, career statistics:
118 correct, 15 incorrect
6/7 on rebound attempts (on 14 rebound opportunities)
50.00% in first on buzzer (114/228)
6/8 on Daily Doubles (Net Earned: $16,800)
2/4 in Final Jeopardy
Average Coryat: $20,600
Jack Weller, career statistics:
66 correct, 8 incorrect
9/10 on rebound attempts (on 21 rebound opportunities)
23.14% in first on buzzer (53/229)
7/7 on Daily Doubles (Net Earned: $28,800)
2/4 in Final Jeopardy
Average Coryat: $15,150
Sadie Goldberger, career statistics:
56 correct, 13 incorrect
5/7 on rebound attempts (on 19 rebound opportunities)
24.12% in first on buzzer (55/228)
2/3 on Daily Doubles (Net Earned: $400)
2/4 in Final Jeopardy
Average Coryat: $8,500
Today’s interviews:
Sadie has been avoiding thinking of the Tournament of Champions.
Jack thinks the ToC would be an incredible experience.
Rowan thinks the ToC would be a dream come true.
Andy’s Thoughts:
- Today’s box score: October 28, 2022 Box Score.
Final Jeopardy! wagering suggestions:
(Scores: Jack $29,400 ($3,400) Rowan $20,000 ($30,000) Sadie $5,000 ($4,800))
Rowan: Jack’s best possible total is $62,200; your best possible total is $70,000. You’re leading; standard cover bet over Jack is $12,201. (Actual bet: $12,201)
Jack: You have to be correct, and Rowan incorrect, to win. Bet at least $5,000; limit your bet to $17,999 to keep Sadie locked out for second place. (Actual bet: $29,400)
Sadie: Bet whatever you like. (Actual bet: $5,000)
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As someone who came of age in the 1970s, I was for some reason quite familiar with Magritte. Had never seen the painting mentioned in the clue, but a number of his paintings have “holes” in a foreground object or person, through which sky and clouds show through from the background. I got it immediately, and was incredulous that none of the contestants did. I didn’t realize he was Belgian, but it was not a leap, with his having a French name, to imagine that he was.
great game!