Do You Know About Sports World Records?

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As of November 2011, what female runner from England set the European record for the 10,000m at 30:01:09?
- Jackie Joyner-Kersee
- Paula Radcliffe
- Marion Jones
- Zola Budd

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What English distance-runner, in her career, set world records in the marathon, half-marathon and cross country?
- Mary Decker
- Paula Radcliffe
- Zola Budd
- Florence Griffith-Joyner
Correct Answer

A. Paula Radcliffe

Explanation

Paula Radcliffe is the correct answer because she is an English distance-runner who has set world records in the marathon, half-marathon, and cross country events throughout her career. Mary Decker, Zola Budd, and Florence Griffith-Joyner are not known for setting world records in all three of these events.

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What East German runner set a world record for the 400m in 1985?
- Marita Koch
- Mary Decker
- Zola Budd
- Jarmila Kratochvilova
Correct Answer

A. Marita Koch

Explanation

Marita Koch is the correct answer because she was an East German runner who set a world record for the 400m in 1985. She was known for her exceptional speed and dominated the event during her career. Koch's record-breaking performance showcased her talent and cemented her place in athletic history.

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What was credited in part for Bob Beamon's world record long jump in 1968 Mexico City Olympic Games?
- Altitude
- Wind
- Freezing Temperatures
- Humidity
Correct Answer

A. Altitude

Explanation

The high altitude in Mexico City during the 1968 Olympic Games is credited in part for Bob Beamon's world record long jump. The thinner air at higher altitudes reduces air resistance, allowing athletes to achieve greater distances in events such as the long jump. This lower air density at altitude can provide a slight advantage to athletes, enabling them to achieve longer jumps compared to sea-level competitions.

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What followed Bob Beamon's world record long jump in the 1968 Olympics that made it difficult for others to beat him?
- Nightfall
- Torrential Rains
- Snow
- High Winds
Correct Answer

A. Torrential Rains

Explanation

Torrential rains would have made it difficult for others to beat Bob Beamon's world record long jump in the 1968 Olympics because the wet conditions would have affected the runway and the takeoff board, making it harder for athletes to generate enough speed and power for a long jump. The rain would have also made the landing area slippery and less stable, increasing the risk of injury. Therefore, the torrential rains would have created unfavorable conditions for long jumpers, making it challenging for them to surpass Beamon's record.

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In 1995 in Sweden, what Brit broke the triple jump record, and then broke that record 20 minutes later?
- Al Joyner
- Uwe Hohn
- Jonathan Edwards
- Bob Beamon
Correct Answer

A. Jonathan Edwards

Explanation

Jonathan Edwards, a British athlete, broke the triple jump record in Sweden in 1995. What is remarkable is that he not only broke the record once but also broke his own record just 20 minutes later. This achievement showcases Edwards' exceptional athletic ability and dominance in the triple jump event.

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What German swimmer set the record for the 200 M freestyle at the World Championships in Rome 2009?
- Paul Biedermann
- Zhang Lin
- César Cielo
- Sun Yang
Correct Answer

A. Paul Biedermann

Explanation

Paul Biedermann set the record for the 200 M freestyle at the World Championships in Rome 2009.

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What Chinese swimmer set a new world record for the 1500 M Freestyle at the 2011 World Championships in Shanghai?
- Zhang Lin
- Michael Phelps
- Sun Yang
- Paul Biederman
Correct Answer

A. Sun Yang

Explanation

Sun Yang is the correct answer because he set a new world record for the 1500 M Freestyle at the 2011 World Championships in Shanghai. Zhang Lin, Michael Phelps, and Paul Biederman did not achieve this feat.

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What German swimmer set the record for the 400 M freestyle at the World Championships in Rome 2009?
- Paul Biedermann
- Sun Yang
- Zhang Lin
- César Cielo
Correct Answer

A. Paul Biedermann

Explanation

Paul Biedermann set the record for the 400 M freestyle at the World Championships in Rome 2009.

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What New Zealander set the record for the deepest free immersion dive in the Bahamas in 2010?
- Owen Duff
- David Pearson
- William Trubridge
- Zhing Zhen
Correct Answer

A. William Trubridge

Explanation

William Trubridge set the record for the deepest free immersion dive in the Bahamas in 2010.

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11.

How many people participated to set the new world record for the Largest Dodgeball Game in February 2010?
- 1200
- 612
- 435
- 388
Correct Answer

A. 1200

Explanation

In February 2010, a new world record for the Largest Dodgeball Game was set with 1200 participants. This means that a total of 1200 people took part in the game, making it the largest dodgeball game ever recorded.

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Who set new world records for the women's 50 M & 100 M Breaststroke on the same day at the 2009 U.S. Open?
- Jessica Hardy
- Stephanie Rice
- Inge Decker
- Mary Decker
Correct Answer

A. Jessica Hardy

Explanation

Jessica Hardy set new world records for the women's 50 M & 100 M Breaststroke on the same day at the 2009 U.S. Open.

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13.

How many world records were set by the U.S. Women's Swim Team at the 2008 Olympic Games?
- 0
- 4
- 12
- 8
Correct Answer

A. 0

Explanation

The given answer is 0 because no world records were set by the U.S. Women's Swim Team at the 2008 Olympic Games.

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14.

How many regulation field goals (football) did Craig Pinto kick in a 24-hour period to set a new world record in 2011?
- 267
- 1000
- 890
- 703
Correct Answer

A. 1000

Explanation

Craig Pinto kicked 1000 regulation field goals in a 24-hour period to set a new world record in 2011. This implies that he successfully made 1000 field goals within the given time frame, showcasing his exceptional kicking ability and endurance.

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In July 2010, what did teams Fettuccine and Tortellini play for 120 hours in Italy to set a new world record?
- Checkers
- Golf
- Tennis
- Fastpitch Softball
Correct Answer

A. Fastpitch Softball

Explanation

Teams Fettuccine and Tortellini played Fastpitch Softball for 120 hours in Italy to set a new world record in July 2010.

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Do You Know About Sports World Records?

As of November 2011, what female runner from England set the European record for the 10,000m at 30:01:09?

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What English distance-runner, in her career, set world records in the marathon, half-marathon and cross country?

What East German runner set a world record for the 400m in 1985?

What was credited in part for Bob Beamon's world record long jump in 1968 Mexico City Olympic Games?

What followed Bob Beamon's world record long jump in the 1968 Olympics that made it difficult for others to beat him?

In 1995 in Sweden, what Brit broke the triple jump record, and then broke that record 20 minutes later?

What German swimmer set the record for the 200 M freestyle at the World Championships in Rome 2009?

What Chinese swimmer set a new world record for the 1500 M Freestyle at the 2011 World Championships in Shanghai?

What German swimmer set the record for the 400 M freestyle at the World Championships in Rome 2009?

What New Zealander set the record for the deepest free immersion dive in the Bahamas in 2010?

How many people participated to set the new world record for the Largest Dodgeball Game in February 2010?

Who set new world records for the women's 50 M & 100 M Breaststroke on the same day at the 2009 U.S. Open?

How many world records were set by the U.S. Women's Swim Team at the 2008 Olympic Games?

How many regulation field goals (football) did Craig Pinto kick in a 24-hour period to set a new world record in 2011?

In July 2010, what did teams Fettuccine and Tortellini play for 120 hours in Italy to set a new world record?