Ottawa singer falls short against Jeopardy champ Arthur Chu

An Ottawa woman came just short of defeating the returning champion as she competed in the popular American game showJeopardy!on Tuesday night.

Myfanwy Davies appeared on Wednesdays show and told host AlexTrebekthat she performs in several Welsh choirs, including the Ottawa Welsh Choral Society.

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After the final questionDaviess totalwas $18,800, while the third competitor, Chicago actorPadraicConnelly, landed at $4,819though inJeopardy!only the winner gets to collect the money.

The unconventional returning champion, ArthurChu,finished with$34,400, so Davis took home $2,000 as the second place prize.

Chu, who has now won six games and $158,000, is known for jumping all over the game board searching for the Daily Double question to maximize his winnings.

Chuhas also said he tries to intimidate his opponents with his unusual strategy.