'Jeopardy!' Contestant James Hirsh Advances to Tournament of Champions

Hirsh secures fourth win after close game decided by Jim Crow question

Published on Feb. 28, 2026

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James Hirsh, a lawyer from Toronto, Ontario, Canada, won his fourth consecutive game on the February 27 episode of 'Jeopardy!', securing his spot in the upcoming Tournament of Champions. Hirsh competed against Tim Leung, a technical trainer from Fitchburg, Wisconsin, and Diana Miller from Richmond, Virginia. The game came down to a question about the Jim Crow era, with Hirsh providing the correct response to clinch the victory.

Why it matters

Hirsh's four-game winning streak qualifies him for the prestigious 'Jeopardy!' Tournament of Champions, where he will compete against other top contestants from the season. His performance has generated excitement among fans of the long-running game show.

The details

Hirsh entered the February 27 episode with a three-day total of $67,148. To advance to the Tournament of Champions, he needed to win his fourth game. The game came down to the final question, which was about the Jim Crow era of racial segregation in the United States. Hirsh provided the correct response, while his opponents were unable to answer, allowing him to secure the victory.

  • Hirsh competed on the February 27, 2026 episode of 'Jeopardy!'.
  • Hirsh had previously won three consecutive games, entering the February 27 episode with a three-day total of $67,148.

The players

James Hirsh

A lawyer from Toronto, Ontario, Canada, who won his fourth consecutive game on 'Jeopardy!' to qualify for the Tournament of Champions.

Tim Leung

A technical trainer from Fitchburg, Wisconsin, who competed against Hirsh on the February 27 episode of 'Jeopardy!'

Diana Miller

A contestant from Richmond, Virginia, who competed against Hirsh on the February 27 episode of 'Jeopardy!'

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What’s next

Hirsh will now advance to the 'Jeopardy!' Tournament of Champions, where he will compete against other top contestants from the season.

The takeaway

Hirsh's four-game winning streak on 'Jeopardy!' demonstrates his strong knowledge and strategic gameplay, making him a formidable contender in the upcoming Tournament of Champions.