David Edwards (quiz contestant)
David Edwards is an American quiz contestant notable for his appearances and success on the quiz show Jeopardy!.
Edwards competed on Jeopardy! in January 2024. He achieved a nine-game winning streak, amassing a total of $324,600 in winnings. His impressive performance established him as a formidable player and captured the attention of Jeopardy! viewers. During his run, Edwards displayed expertise in a variety of categories and employed a strategic wagering style, frequently making significant wagers on Daily Doubles and in Final Jeopardy! rounds.
Edwards’s winning streak was eventually broken by another contestant. Following his defeat, he participated in the 2024 Jeopardy! Tournament of Champions, where he competed against other top-performing contestants from the show’s most recent seasons. He advanced to the semifinals but did not reach the finals.
Prior to his Jeopardy! appearances, little biographical information about Edwards was publicly available.