Below you’ll find the Final Jeopardy clue for Friday, January 10, 2025. Today’s episode marks the finale of a best-of-two Jeopardy match between Enzo Cunanan, Sam Cameron, and Drew Goins. The winner will become the Week 2 winner in the 2025 Second Chance Tournament, joining Will Yancey who was victorious in Week 1. Enzo is the best position to claim that spot, carrying over $21,800 from Thursday’s game, well over Sam’s $3,400 and Drew’s $5,000. Here are the question and answer for Final Jeopardy on 1/10/2025, in addition to wagers and the winner of the game.
Final Jeopardy Question for January 10
The Final Jeopardy question for January 10, 2025 is in the category of “Notable Americans” and has the following clue:
Saying he fell in love with his country while a prisoner in someone else’s, he dedicated the rest of his life to public service
The right answer to this clue has been placed at the end of this article, so that it isn’t spoiled for you.
Final Jeopardy Wagers and Winner for January 10
In a shock, Drew became not only the winner of the January 10 match, but the overall winner as well, becoming a wildcard for the upcoming Champions tournament.
Doubling up multiple times in the second round, Drew had $18,400 going into Final Jeopardy. His correct answer and an aggressive bet of $13,201 had him finish with an astounding $31,601. His two-day total of $36,601 was enough for the victory.
Sam was not far behind with $16,600, but lost a wagered $7,801 with his incorrect answer of Lafayette. His sum of $8,799, added to his prior total of $3,400, earned him $12,199 overall. While he was in third place, he still earned $15,000 in cash for his efforts.
Enzo was not able to rally during the game and only had $3,000 going into Final Jeopardy. He still managed to get the right answer and nearly doubled up, earning an additional $2,999 and finishing with $5,999. Combined with his total yesterday, he finished in second place overall with $27,799. He likewise earns $15,000 in prize money.
Final Jeopardy Answer for January 10
The correct answer for Final Jeopardy on January 10, 2025 is “Who is John McCain?”
The noted former US senator from Arizona, John McCain, was caught during the Vietnam War in 1967 during Operation Rolling Thunder over Hanoi. He was captured and remained a prisoner of war until 1973. Eight years later, McCain decided that he would leave the Navy with plans that he would run for Congress instead. He would keep his position as a senator for over 30 years, from January 3, 1987 to August 25, 2018, when he passed away at the age of 81.
