‘Jeopardy!’ Isaac Hirsch Compared To Previous Beloved Champ
Recently, Jeopardy! fans made the comparison of the new champ, Isaac Hirsch, with one of the show’s most beloved champs. While some have wondered if Isaac is slowing down, he seems to be gaining fan favor through his winning streak.
Isaac Hirsch Is Gaining A Following
While some believe Jeopardy! is weighing down on the new champ, Isaac Hirsch. While he has played well during his seven-day winning streak, some see signs he might be running out of steam. However, fans were more upset by Thursday night’s episode cutting Ken Jennings off before the show was over. But when the results were revealed, Isaac made it through another round with victory. Although some people have criticized Isaac, he clapped back at social media trolls and has since gained a following by showing his on-screen charm.
Jeopardy! Fans Compare Isaac Hirsch To Previous Beloved Champ
While some competitors rub Jeopardy! fans the wrong way, Isaac Hirsch seems to be gathering a following. Unlike recent champ, Survivor alum, Drew Basile, who was labeled a “sore winner,” Isaac’s demeanor is both funny and humble as he triumphs.
- “He’s a great contestant!! Funny and humble!!” an Instagram user gives Isaac Hirsh a beaming compliment.
- Likewise, another person compares him to a fan favorite from the 2023 Masters. “The most charming contestant since Sam Buttrey!” Sam made his way into fans’ hearts with his lovable personality and fun. While Sam let fans know he is often compared to the actor Steve Martin, his on-screen nature made him a favorite.
- “I love this guy!”
- “Perfect mix of likable, smart, self-deprecating but confident. I hope he keeps going strong!!”
- Someone else joked, “Finally, a TOC competitor that seemingly no one has an issue with. A true Festivus Miracle.”
Isaac Hirsch Seems To Be Running Out Of Steam
While Isaac Hirsch is kicking butt and taking names with his current streak, some Jeopardy! fans fear the dreaded game fatigue is catching up with him. Both Adriana Harmeyer and Drew Basile faced undeniable exhaustion in the filming streak during their winnings. Understandably, even Drew’s high energy was diminishing as he surrendered during his final round. Some think that Isaac is falling victim to the same issue, noting his first four initial wins were landslide wins, but the next three were much closer games. On Reddit, some fans discuss the first six games.
- “Isaac seems to be slowing down slightly in his last two games–his Coryat scores were $16,400 today and yesterday, compared to 22,000-25,000 in his first four games. I don’t know if it’s fatigue, stronger opponents, categories that aren’t as much in his wheelhouse, or some combination of the above. He’s also visibly deflating often when he doesn’t get in on a buzz attempt (or maybe if he can’t think of the response). He’s clearly a phenomenal player, but he’s looking more vulnerable than he did last week.”
Keep The Jokes Rolling
Undeniably, Isaac Hirsch is winning Jeopardy! and fans’ hearts with hilarious Q&A stories. Furthermore, his talents as a former stand-up comedian are peeking through. Both funny and smart, Isaac is making Jeopardy! even more enjoyable for fans.
- One Instagram user says, “Protect Isaac at all costs how is he so effortlessly funny.”
- “I don’t recall any contestant having such a run of funny and/or charming anecdotes.”
Tournament Of Champions
Currently, Isaac Hirsch has already qualified for the Tournament Of Champions. Among the current qualifiers there is Survivor alum Drew Basile (7 wins), Adriana Harmeyer (15 wins), Alison Betts (5 wins), Dr. Amy Hummel (5 wins), and Celebrity Jeopardy!‘s Lisa Ann Walter.
Additionally, Grant DeYoung and Amar Kakirde seem to be likely to be included since they both are four-day champions. In the past two Tournament Of Champions Jeopardy! has allowed other four-day champs to compete.
Do you think Isaac Hirsch is comparable to Sam Buttrey? Do you like how Issaac is playing the game? Does it seem like he is running out of steam? Are you enjoying his run on Jeopardy!? Drop your comments below.
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