James Holzhauer's Cheeky Remark Sparks Laughter on 'Jeopardy! Masters'

"Jeopardy!" legend James Holzhauer brought humor to the season premiere of "Jeopardy! Masters" with a cheeky remark during the spelling portion of the show.

In the highly-anticipated season premiere of "Jeopardy! Masters," legendary contestant James Holzhauer showcased his wit and intelligence, eliciting laughter from the crowd and fellow contestants.

During the spelling portion of the show, host Ken Jennings presented Holzhauer with the challenge of spelling a botanist's last name that also worked as a flower or shade of reddish purple. Holzhauer answered correctly with "fuchsia."

However, he couldn't resist a playful remark before completing his answer. "What is F - U - C," he said, staring into oblivion, before pausing. "H - S - I - A," he added, with a smirk.

Holzhauer's cheeky comment drew giggles from the crowd and smiles from his fellow contestants, Yogesh Raut and Amy Schneider. Jennings, who took over from the late Alex Trebek as host of "Jeopardy!," confirmed Holzhauer's correct answer with a smile.

Social media users took to platforms like Instagram to express their amusement at Holzhauer's commentary. "I laughed [at] that one I can't stop [laughing at] what James said. Haha!!!" one user wrote. Another added, "Tonight's show was hilarious."

Holzhauer's humor didn't end there. When he was introduced to the audience later in the show, Jennings joked that Holzhauer referred to himself as the "final boss" of the tournament.

"What do you mean by that?" Jennings asked.

"I'm the main event," Holzhauer replied stoically, earning a rousing laugh from Jennings.

"We've got five openers, and then it's you," retorted Jennings.

"You've beaten the Goombas. Now it's time to beat Bowser," Holzhauer said, referencing characters from the Mario video game franchise.

Although the tournament is still ongoing, Holzhauer has some work to do if he wants to emerge victorious. He came in second place on Wednesday's episode, but "Jeopardy! Masters" resumes on Monday, offering him another chance to showcase his remarkable knowledge and witty humor.

Holzhauer is a renowned figure in the world of game shows. He holds the third-highest earnings among all Americans who have appeared on such programs. His 32-game winning streak on regular "Jeopardy!" and subsequent victory in the Tournament of Champions in 2019 cemented his status as a legend of the iconic quiz show.

In addition to his impressive winnings and impressive intellect, Holzhauer is known for his quick wit and entertaining commentary. His appearance on "Jeopardy! Masters" is a testament to his enduring popularity and ability to bring laughter and excitement to the world of trivia.