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Lawrenceville native Jamie Ding chases Jeopardy history with 21st straight win

Jamie Ding, a New Jersey native from Lawrenceville, won his 20th consecutive game and has earned more than $570,000 as he looks to move into a tie for sixth place on the all-time streak list.

Derek Callahan

Apr 10, 2026, 10:47 AM

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A New Jersey native is making a run at "Jeopardy" history.

Jamie Ding, who is from Lawrenceville, won his 20th game in a row and is set to play again Friday night.

Another win would put Ding in a tie for sixth place for the most consecutive wins in "Jeopardy" history.

So far, Ding has brought home more than $570,000 in winnings.

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