- Jeopardy! raises runner-up payments amidst criticism over travel expenses.
- Both second and third place contestants will now receive more money.
- The show responds to critiques of insufficient payments in comparison to travel costs.
In response to recent backlash regarding travel expenses, Jeopardy! has decided to increase the payments for its runner-up contestants. The popular quiz show faced criticism for not providing enough financial compensation to cover the costs for contestants traveling to compete on the show.
Now, the second place contestant’s prize will be raised from $2,000 to $3,500, while the third place contestant’s prize will increase from $1,000 to $2,500. The show’s decision to boost the payouts for runner-up contestants comes as a move to address the concerns raised by participants who pointed out the disparity between the prizes and the cost of travel for many contestants.