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    What country does tennis' Mary Pierce represent?

    • Russia
    • Canada
    • France
    • USA
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Explore the intricacies of sports through 'The ultimate quiz on Sports'. Test your knowledge on historical and technical aspects, from the first small block Chevy engine to notable athletes across various disciplines. Ideal for enthusiasts keen on understanding sports evolution and achievements.

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  • 2. 

    What is unique about track bicycles?

    • 20 Gears

    • Larger Tires

    • Wider Tires

    • No Brakes

    Correct Answer
    A. No Brakes
    Explanation
    Track bicycles are unique because they do not have brakes. This is because track cycling takes place on a velodrome, which is a specially designed oval track with steep banked turns. The fixed-gear nature of track bicycles allows riders to control their speed by using their legs to slow down or stop pedaling. Brakes are not necessary in this controlled environment, and their absence helps to reduce weight and improve aerodynamics, enhancing the performance of the cyclist.

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  • 3. 

    Who is Paula Newby-Fraser?

    • A Triathlete

    • A Bowler

    • A Boxer

    • A Golfer

    Correct Answer
    A. A Triathlete
    Explanation
    Paula Newby-Fraser is a well-known figure in the world of triathlon. She is widely recognized as one of the greatest female triathletes of all time. Throughout her career, she achieved numerous victories and set records in various Ironman competitions. As a triathlete, she excelled in swimming, cycling, and running, showcasing her exceptional endurance and athleticism. Her dedication and skill in the sport have made her a true legend in the triathlon community.

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  • 4. 

    What company produces the CR 250?

    • Yamaha

    • KTM

    • Suzuki

    • Honda

    Correct Answer
    A. Honda
    Explanation
    Honda produces the CR 250.

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  • 5. 

    Who was the 1998 gymnastics World Champion?

    • Lavininia Milosovici

    • Gina Gogean

    • Simona Amanar

    • Svetlana Khorkina

    Correct Answer
    A. Svetlana Khorkina
    Explanation
    Svetlana Khorkina was the 1998 gymnastics World Champion.

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    Who won the U.S. Ice Skating Championships in 1997?

    • Nancy Kerrigan

    • Nicole Bobek

    • Michelle Kwan

    • Tara Lipinski

    Correct Answer
    A. Michelle Kwan
    Explanation
    Michelle Kwan won the U.S. Ice Skating Championships in 1997.

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  • 7. 

    How old was figure skater Oksana Baiul when she won her first World Championship gold medal in 1993?

    • 14

    • 15

    • 16

    • 18

    Correct Answer
    A. 15
    Explanation
    Oksana Baiul was 15 years old when she won her first World Championship gold medal in 1993.

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  • 8. 

    When did the first small block Chevy engine appear?

    • 1951

    • 1957

    • 1960

    • 1955

    Correct Answer
    A. 1955
    Explanation
    The first small block Chevy engine appeared in 1955.

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  • 9. 

    Who invented the electric scoreboard?

    • George Baird

    • Henry Ford

    • Casey Stengel

    • Thomas Edison

    Correct Answer
    A. George Baird
    Explanation
    George Baird is credited with inventing the electric scoreboard.

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    Who won the men's singles World Championships in 1985?

    • Brian Boitano

    • Brian Orser

    • Scott Hamilton

    • Aleksander Fadeev

    Correct Answer
    A. Aleksander Fadeev
    Explanation
    Aleksander Fadeev won the men's singles World Championships in 1985.

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    Who first made figuring skating popular in the United States?

    • Peggy Fleming

    • Sonja Henie

    • Tenley Albright And Carol Heiss

    • Nancy Kerrigan And Tonya Harding

    Correct Answer
    A. Sonja Henie
    Explanation
    Sonja Henie is credited with first making figure skating popular in the United States. She was a Norwegian figure skater who won three consecutive Olympic gold medals in the 1920s and 1930s. Henie's innovative and graceful style captivated American audiences, and she went on to perform in numerous ice shows and movies, popularizing the sport and inspiring a new generation of skaters. Peggy Fleming, Tenley Albright and Carol Heiss, and Nancy Kerrigan and Tonya Harding are all notable figure skaters, but they did not have the same impact on popularizing the sport in the United States as Sonja Henie did.

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    Who was the first women to land a triple axle?

    • Tonya Harding

    • Katarina Witt

    • Oksana Baiul

    • Midori Ito

    Correct Answer
    A. Midori Ito
    Explanation
    Midori Ito was the first woman to land a triple axle. The triple axle is a difficult figure skating jump that involves three and a half rotations in the air. Ito, a Japanese figure skater, achieved this feat in 1988. Her accomplishment was significant because it demonstrated her exceptional skill and athleticism, pushing the boundaries of what was considered possible for female skaters at the time.

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    Which pairs skater won World championships with 2 different partners?

    • Ludmilla Protopopov

    • Vera Caslafka

    • Valentina Tereshkova

    • Irina Rodnina

    Correct Answer
    A. Irina Rodnina
    Explanation
    Irina Rodnina is the correct answer because she is the only pairs skater on the list who has won World championships with two different partners. She won her first World championship in 1970 with Alexei Ulanov, and then went on to win five more World championships with her second partner, Alexander Zaitsev, from 1972 to 1976. This makes her the only skater on the list to have achieved this feat.

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    Which Russian pairs skater changed her name to Pasha?

    • Oksana Baiul

    • Oksana Grishuk

    • Ekaterina Gordeeva

    • Tonya Harding

    Correct Answer
    A. Oksana Grishuk
    Explanation
    Oksana Grishuk is the correct answer because she is the Russian pairs skater who changed her name to Pasha.

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    Who won the men's gold at the 1998 World Championships?

    • Alexei Yagudin

    • Todd Eldridge

    • Alexei Urmanov

    • Ilia Kulik

    Correct Answer
    A. Alexei Yagudin
    Explanation
    Alexei Yagudin won the men's gold at the 1998 World Championships.

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