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Who was called the greatest athlete in the world by King Gustav V of Sweden in Stockholm 1912?
- Jesse Owens
- Paavo Nurmi
- Jim Thorpe
- Erik Lemming

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Explore the 'Awesome Quiz On Sports' to test your knowledge on historical sports figures and events. This quiz covers a range of topics from boxing legends to ice skating champions, perfect for enthusiasts keen to challenge their understanding of sports history.

2.

Which corporation purchased the New York Yankees in 1966?
- ITT
- CBS
- ABC
- AT&T
Correct Answer

A. CBS

Explanation

In 1966, CBS purchased the New York Yankees.

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3.

What football coach lead Notre Dame to the most victories and invented the spiral pass?
- Knute Rochne
- Boy Howdy
- Bob Davie
- Jarious Jackson
Correct Answer

A. Knute Rochne

Explanation

Knute Rockne is the correct answer because he is widely known as the football coach who led Notre Dame to the most victories and is credited with inventing the spiral pass. Rockne had a highly successful coaching career at Notre Dame, winning multiple national championships and revolutionizing the game with his innovative strategies and techniques, including the development of the spiral pass.

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4.

What old Major League Baseball ballpark contained an apartment for its groundskeeper?
- Wrigley Field
- Crosley Field
- Polo Grounds
- Shibe Park
Correct Answer

A. Polo Grounds

Explanation

The Polo Grounds, an old Major League Baseball ballpark, contained an apartment for its groundskeeper.

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5.

Who was known as "The Pottawatomie Giant"?
- Jess Willard
- Jack Dempsey
- Luis Firpo
- George Foreman
Correct Answer

A. Jess Willard

Explanation

Jess Willard was known as "The Pottawatomie Giant" because he was a heavyweight boxer who stood at an impressive height of 6 feet 6 inches and weighed around 245 pounds. He earned the nickname due to his towering stature and his Native American heritage, as he was a member of the Pottawatomie tribe. Willard gained fame in 1915 when he defeated Jack Johnson to become the heavyweight champion of the world, solidifying his reputation as a giant in the boxing ring.

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6.

Who was the only boxer to knock out Sugar Ray Leonard?
- Thomas Hearns
- James Toney
- Hector Camacho
- Roberto Duran
Correct Answer

A. Hector Camacho

Explanation

Hector Camacho was the only boxer to knock out Sugar Ray Leonard. This means that in their match, Camacho was able to deliver a punch or series of punches that rendered Leonard unable to continue fighting, resulting in a knockout.

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7.

Which woman won the World Title in ice skating in March of 2000?
- Tara Lipinski
- Sarah Hughes
- Michele Kwan
- Irina Slutskaya
Correct Answer

A. Michele Kwan
8.

Who is not known as a high stakes poker player?
- Bill Gates (Microsoft)
- Larry Flynt ("Hustler Magazine")
- Cheech Marin (Cheech And Chong)
- Gabe Kaplan ("Welcome Back Kotter")
Correct Answer

A. Bill Gates (Microsoft)

Explanation

Bill Gates is not known as a high stakes poker player because he is primarily known as the co-founder of Microsoft and a philanthropist, rather than for his involvement in the poker world. The other options, Larry Flynt, Cheech Marin, and Gabe Kaplan, are known to have played poker at high stakes or have been associated with the poker community in some way.

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9.

What is Dorsey Levens' given first name?
- Basil
- Dorsey
- Herbert
- William
Correct Answer

A. Herbert

Explanation

The given correct answer is "Herbert." This means that Dorsey Levens' given first name is Herbert.

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10.

What minor-league team did Denver Broncos quarterback John Elway play for?
- Billings, Montana
- Oneonta, New York
- Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
- Duluth, Minnesota
Correct Answer

A. Oneonta, New York

Explanation

John Elway played for the Oneonta, New York minor-league team.

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11.

Who was the first BMX rider to do a double back flip?
- Dave Mirra
- Tony Hawk
- Rick Thorne
- Ryan Nyquist
Correct Answer

A. Dave Mirra

Explanation

Dave Mirra was the first BMX rider to successfully execute a double backflip. He was a legendary BMX rider known for his incredible skills and innovative tricks. Mirra's groundbreaking achievement in performing the double backflip revolutionized the sport and set a new standard for what was possible on a BMX bike. His accomplishment paved the way for future riders to push the boundaries and explore new tricks and stunts in the world of BMX riding.

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12.

Jack Nicklaus won the most money of any Golfer in 1965, how much did he win?
- 152.25
- 582678
- 1652
- 97587
Correct Answer

A. 152.25

Explanation

In 1965, Jack Nicklaus won a total of 152.25 in prize money, making him the golfer who earned the most that year.

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13.

Jake LaMotta was the first man to beat Sugar Ray Robinson, but who was the second?
- Randy Turpin
- Gene Fullmer
- Carl "Bobo" Olson
- Carmen Basilio
Correct Answer

A. Randy Turpin

Explanation

Randy Turpin was the second man to beat Sugar Ray Robinson. After Jake LaMotta's victory over Robinson, Turpin defeated him in 1951 to become the second person to hand Robinson a loss.

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14.

How many times did Foreman knock Frazier down in winning the title?
- 5
- 4
- 2
- 6
Correct Answer

A. 6

Explanation

Foreman knocked Frazier down 6 times in winning the title.

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15.

To which boxer did Sugar Ray Robinson lose his last professional fight?
- Joey Archer
- Paul Pender
- Joey Giardello
- Randy Turpin
Correct Answer

A. Joey Archer

Explanation

Sugar Ray Robinson lost his last professional fight to Joey Archer.

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Awesome Quiz On Sports

Who was called the greatest athlete in the world by King Gustav V of Sweden in Stockholm 1912?

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Which corporation purchased the New York Yankees in 1966?

What football coach lead Notre Dame to the most victories and invented the spiral pass?

What old Major League Baseball ballpark contained an apartment for its groundskeeper?

Who was known as "The Pottawatomie Giant"?

Who was the only boxer to knock out Sugar Ray Leonard?

Which woman won the World Title in ice skating in March of 2000?

Who is not known as a high stakes poker player?

What is Dorsey Levens' given first name?

What minor-league team did Denver Broncos quarterback John Elway play for?

Who was the first BMX rider to do a double back flip?

Jack Nicklaus won the most money of any Golfer in 1965, how much did he win?

Jake LaMotta was the first man to beat Sugar Ray Robinson, but who was the second?

How many times did Foreman knock Frazier down in winning the title?

To which boxer did Sugar Ray Robinson lose his last professional fight?