Pub Quiz- Sport Round

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    who was the first Briton to win the Tour de France?

    • Mark Cavendish
    • Bradley Wiggins
    • Chris Froome
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The 'Pub Quiz- Sport Round' assesses knowledge across various sports, including questions on famous athletes, sporting rules, and historical victories. It's designed to challenge and engage sports enthusiasts, enhancing their understanding and appreciation of different sports disciplines.

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  • 2. 

    In which sport would you compete for the Davis Cup?

    • Golf

    • Cricket

    • Tennis

    Correct Answer
    A. Tennis
    Explanation
    The Davis Cup is a prestigious international tennis tournament that is contested by teams from different countries. Therefore, if you were to compete for the Davis Cup, you would be participating in the sport of tennis.

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  • 3. 

    In golf what would be the term for a hole completed in 3 under par?

    • Birdie

    • Albatross

    • Eagle

    Correct Answer
    A. Albatross
    Explanation
    An albatross is the term used in golf to describe a hole completed in 3 under par. This is a very rare and impressive achievement, as it means the player completed the hole in three strokes less than the expected number of strokes. It is even more difficult to achieve than a birdie or an eagle, making it a highly coveted accomplishment in the sport.

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  • 4. 

    In which sport did John Francoem become famous?

    • Snooker

    • Wrestling

    • Horse Racing

    Correct Answer
    A. Horse Racing
    Explanation
    John Francoem became famous in the sport of Horse Racing.

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  • 5. 

    Who was the captain of the England Rugby Union Team that won the world cup in 2003?

    • Martin Johnson

    • Jonny Wilkinson

    • Phil Vickery

    Correct Answer
    A. Martin Johnson
    Explanation
    Martin Johnson was the captain of the England Rugby Union Team that won the world cup in 2003.

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  • 6. 

    The Long Room is a feature of which English Test Cricket venue?

    • The Oval

    • Edgebaston

    • Lords

    Correct Answer
    A. Lords
    Explanation
    The Long Room is a famous feature of Lord's Cricket Ground, which is located in London, England. It is a prestigious venue for Test cricket matches and is often referred to as the "Home of Cricket." The Long Room is a historic and iconic part of Lord's, known for its elegant and traditional design. It is a long corridor that runs alongside the cricket ground and is lined with portraits of famous cricketers and other important figures in the sport. It is a symbol of the rich history and tradition associated with Lord's Cricket Ground.

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  • 7. 

    What was athlete Sally Gunnnell's most successful event?

    • 400m hurdles

    • 400m

    • 100m hurdles

    Correct Answer
    A. 400m hurdles
    Explanation
    Sally Gunnell's most successful event was the 400m hurdles. This means that she achieved the most success and had the best performances in this particular track and field event.

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  • 8. 

    How many balls are on a snooker table at the start of play?

    • 21

    • 22

    • 23

    Correct Answer
    A. 22
    Explanation
    At the start of play, there are 22 balls on a snooker table. This includes 15 red balls, which are the primary scoring balls, and 7 colored balls (yellow, green, brown, blue, pink, black, and white). The white ball is the cue ball used by the players to strike the other balls. Therefore, the total number of balls on a snooker table at the start of play is 22.

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  • 9. 

    How many golds medals did Great Britain win in the London 2012 Olympics?

    • 17

    • 19

    • 29

    Correct Answer
    A. 29
    Explanation
    Great Britain won 29 gold medals in the London 2012 Olympics. This indicates that they were highly successful in the competition and achieved a significant number of first-place finishes across various sports.

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  • 10. 

    Who won more olympic rowing gold medals?

    • Steve Redgrave

    • Matthew Pinsent

    • Both the same

    Correct Answer
    A. Steve Redgrave
    Explanation
    Steve Redgrave won more Olympic rowing gold medals than Matthew Pinsent.

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  • 11. 

    In feet, what is the height of a basketball hoop?

    • 9

    • 10

    • 11

    Correct Answer
    A. 10
    Explanation
    A basketball hoop is typically 10 feet high.

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  • 12. 

    Esha Ness was the horse that won the Grand National that was declared void after a false start. In what year was this?

    • 1990

    • 1993

    • 1996

    Correct Answer
    A. 1993
    Explanation
    In 1993, Esha Ness won the Grand National that was declared void after a false start.

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  • 13. 

    Who was the last Formula 1 world champion before Sebastian Vettel?

    • Jenson Button

    • Lewis Hamilton

    • Kimi Raikkonen

    Correct Answer
    A. Jenson Button
    Explanation
    Jenson Button was the last Formula 1 world champion before Sebastian Vettel because he won the championship in 2009, while Vettel won his first championship in 2010. Lewis Hamilton and Kimi Raikkonen both won their championships after Vettel, so they cannot be the correct answer.

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  • 14. 

    France won the football World Cup in Paris in 1998, who did they beat?

    • Brazil

    • Germany

    • Holland

    Correct Answer
    A. Holland
    Explanation
    In the 1998 football World Cup final held in Paris, France defeated Holland.

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  • 15. 

    Lennox Lewis was the former undisputed Heavyweight Boxing Chamion. In what counrty was he born?

    • England

    • Canada

    • Scotland

    Correct Answer
    A. England
    Explanation
    Lennox Lewis, the former undisputed Heavyweight Boxing Champion, was born in England.

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