**UPDATE** New Jersey's Jamie Ding had an amazing run on Jeopardy!

After an incredible 31-game winning streak, New Jersey native and “Jeopardy!” standout Jamie Ding has finally been defeated. Over the course of his run, he earned $885,605, securing his place as the fifth-highest winner in regular-season history, thanks to nj.com.

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There’s something extra thrilling about watching one of our own from New Jersey absolutely dominate on national television, and right now, that’s exactly what Jamie Ding is doing on Jeopardy!thanks to nj.com.

Here's His Impressive Run on Jeopardy!

That’s not just impressive, that’s must-watch television.

Night after night, Jamie keeps proving he belongs among the game show’s elite, calmly knocking out clue after clue while viewers across New Jersey cheer him on from their living rooms.

A New Jersey Star Everyone Is Talking About

There’s just something different when the contestant dominating the board is from right here in the Garden State.

Every correct answer feels a little sweeter, every Daily Double win feels a little more exciting, and every episode comes with that extra hometown pride.

Jamie has become the kind of contestant people rush to watch after dinner, because you truly feel like you’re witnessing something special. With nearly $500,000 in total winnings, his run is becoming one of the most memorable in recent Jeopardy! history.

Why New Jersey Can’t Stop Watching

This is the kind of streak that turns casual viewers into loyal fans.

Whether you’ve watched Jeopardy! for years or you’re just jumping in because of the buzz, Jamie Ding is making this current run impossible to ignore. He’s smart, calm under pressure, and simply keeps finding ways to win.

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For New Jersey viewers, it’s even better because it feels personal, one of our neighbors is taking over national TV every night.

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