Peter McFerrin, a seasoned game show contestant from Corona, California, has once again demonstrated his prowess on ‘Jeopardy!’ after previously achieving success on ‘Wheel of Fortune.’ In his third game on June 3, McFerrin faced off against Gabriel Berkowitz from New York and Gil Hamel from Dover, New Hampshire. Berkowitz, an account manager, had previously won $86,560 on ‘Wheel of Fortune’ in September 2025.

The game began with Berkowitz taking an early lead, finding the Daily Double on the sixth clue in the category ‘Superstitions.’ He wagered $1,200 but answered incorrectly, dropping his total to $1,200. McFerrin struggled initially, ending the first 15 clues at $0, while Berkowitz led with $3,400 and Hamel was in second place with $3,800.

However, McFerrin made a significant comeback during the Double Jeopardy round. He found the first Daily Double on the ninth clue in the category ‘Deluge of Rivers’ and correctly answered ‘What is the Amstel?’ This boosted his total to $8,000, putting him in the lead. McFerrin further extended his lead by correctly answering another Daily Double in ‘What’s Up, Space?’ with ‘What is the asteroid belt?’ bringing his total to $10,000.

By the end of the round, McFerrin had amassed $16,000, with Hamel close behind at $13,000, and Berkowitz in third place with $8,800. The Final Jeopardy category was ‘Lesser-Known Americans,’ and none of the contestants provided the correct response, which was ‘Father’s Day.’ Despite this, McFerrin’s strategic wagering left him with $5,999, securing his third consecutive win and a total of $71,197 over three days. He will return for his fourth game on Thursday.

Continued Success

McFerrin’s ability to adapt and thrive in competitive environments highlights his strategic thinking and knowledge across various topics. His journey on ‘Jeopardy!’ continues to captivate audiences, showcasing the excitement and challenge of game show competitions.

Original reporting: KTBS 3 (Shreveport) — read the source article.