The March 3, 2025, episode of Jeopardy! was an exciting one, featuring the second semi-final of the Jeopardy! Invitational Tournament (JIT). It brought back some of the most talented and well-known contestants from the previous season to compete once again for the tournament title. The competition was fierce, with three highly skilled players battling for a place in the final.
Matt Amodio: Matt Amodio, a quantitative researcher from New York, was known for his dominant performance in Season 38.
Luigi de Guzman: Luigi de Guzman, an attorney from Arlington, Virginia, was celebrated for his strategic gameplay and quick reflexes.
Emily Sands: Emily Sands, a profit advisor from Chanhassen, Minnesota, was recognized for her calm demeanor under pressure and depth of knowledge.
This semi-final match was highly anticipated, as each contestant previously demonstrated extraordinary general knowledge skills.
Jeopardy! Round
In the Jeopardy! round, the contestants faced a diverse set of categories, testing their knowledge across various subjects.
Scores at the end of the Jeopardy Round:
Luigi de Guzman - $8,800
Emily Sands - $5,400
Matt Amodio - $2,200
Double Jeopardy! Round
The Double Jeopardy! round presented more challenging clues with higher stakes. The contestants continued to demonstrate their expertise across various topics.
Scores at the end of the Double Jeopardy Round:
Matt Amodio - $22,800
Luigi de Guzman - $16,400
Emily Sands - $11,400
Final Jeopardy! Round
The Final Jeopardy! category was Cabinet Members. The clue given was:
"In order of fame, the first Cabinet was Jefferson (later Prez), Hamilton (“My Shot” guy), Knox (of Fort fame), this Attorney General."
The correct response: Who is Edmund Randolph?
This clue tested the contestants' knowledge of early American history and the prominent figures in President George Washington's Cabinet.
Final Scores and Winner
Matt Amodio, with his extensive experience and quick responses, finished the game in the lead, securing his spot in the tournament's finals. Emily Sands and Luigi de Guzman also performed admirably, but Matt's accuracy and strategic wagering gave him the edge needed to advance.
Final Scores of the contestants:
Matt Amodio - $22,800 + $10,001 = $32,801 (Who Randolph) (Finalist)
Emily Sands - $11,400 – $400 = $11,000 (Who is Marbury?)
Luigi de Guzman - $16,400 – $16,399 = $1 (Who is Jay?)
March 3, 2025, the episode delivered an exciting and competitive semi-final match for viewers. The tournament continues to provide thrilling and intellectually stimulating materials, with experienced champions returning to the stage. Fans eagerly awaited the upcoming final round to see who would emerge as the ultimate champion.

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