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fans were shut down after prodding into a Grant DeYoung, a grocery store clerk from , won three wins and $67,202 since May 17. Throughout the rounds, though, Grant sat down in a chair which is a rarity on the show. Most competitors stand behind their podiums, poised over their .

While it's not super easy to spot, the camera panned across the panel of quiz-experts and fans could momentarily see the chair. The black swivel chair was adjusted up to the same standing height as the others, allowing him to see out over the podium. Fans immediately chirped away online about their observation, so producer Sarah Whitcomb Foss cleared up the rules during the Inside Jeopardy! podcast.



She explained: "Fans have been noticing that Grant is sitting in a chair during his games. This is something that we always offer to contestants. We don’t ask why; it’s not our business.

If you want a chair, we’ll give it to you ...

So there you have it!" Sarah also made a nod to Grant's own statement on the situation. He was very open about his own need and didn't shy away from fans who were begging to know more. "They give it if you asked," he explained on Reddit.

However, he also further clarified why he specifically made the request. Grant said: "I have some back arthritis that makes standing still for that long very difficult. I wouldn't expect everyone who sits for Jeopardy! to disclose their reason for needing one, but I don't mind saying mine.

" The comments about his choice didn't stop, thoug.

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