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#1 Who won the "Champions League" in 1999?
Explanation
Manchester United won the 1999 Champions League in dramatic fashion, scoring two goals in stoppage time to defeat Bayern Munich 2-1 in the final. This completed their historic treble of Premier League, FA Cup, and Champions League.
#2 During Wimbledon, spectators in the grounds can buy the tennis balls that have been used in matches.
Explanation
Yes, Wimbledon sells used tennis balls from matches to spectators as souvenirs. These balls are sold at various locations around the grounds and have become popular collector's items for tennis fans.
#3 Which of the following pitchers was named National League Rookie of the Year for the 2013 season?
Explanation
Jose Fernandez of the Miami Marlins won the 2013 National League Rookie of the Year award. The Cuban-born pitcher had an outstanding rookie season with a 12-6 record and 2.19 ERA, becoming one of baseball's brightest young stars.
#4 In what sport does Fanny Chmelar compete for Germany?
Explanation
Fanny Chmelar is a German alpine skier who has competed in various international skiing competitions including the World Cup circuit. She specializes in alpine skiing disciplines such as slalom and giant slalom.
#5 Which portuguese island is soccer player Cristiano Ronaldo from?
Explanation
Cristiano Ronaldo was born in Funchal, Madeira, Portugal in 1985. Madeira is an autonomous region of Portugal located in the Atlantic Ocean, and Ronaldo's hometown even has an airport named after him (Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport).
#6 In a game of snooker, what colour ball is worth 3 points?
Explanation
In snooker, the green ball is worth 3 points. The point values are: red (1), yellow (2), green (3), brown (4), blue (5), pink (6), and black (7). These colored balls must be potted in ascending order of value after all reds are cleared.
#7 Which of the following player scored a hat-trick during their Manchester United debut?
Explanation
Wayne Rooney scored a hat-trick on his Manchester United debut in the Champions League against Fenerbahçe on September 28, 2004. At age 18, he became the youngest player to score a hat-trick in the Champions League at that time.
#8 In Formula 1, the Virtual Safety Car was introduced following the fatal crash of which driver?
Explanation
The Virtual Safety Car (VSC) was introduced in 2015 following Jules Bianchi's fatal accident at the 2014 Japanese Grand Prix. The VSC allows race control to slow down cars more safely during hazardous track conditions without deploying the physical safety car.
#9 ATP tennis hosted several tournaments on carpet court before being replaced to reduce injuries.
Explanation
ATP tennis did use carpet courts for several indoor tournaments until 2009, when they were phased out due to injury concerns. The carpet surface was fast but provided inconsistent bounces and increased injury risk, leading to its replacement with hard courts.
#10 What is the highest belt you can get in Taekwondo?
Explanation
In Taekwondo, the black belt is considered the highest regular belt level, though there are multiple degrees (dan ranks) within black belt levels. Red belts exist for very high-ranking masters (9th and 10th dan), but black belt represents mastery for most practitioners.
#11 In 2016, who won the Formula 1 World Constructor's Championship for the third time in a row?
Explanation
Mercedes-AMG Petronas won the 2016 Formula 1 Constructors' Championship, their third consecutive title (2014-2016). They dominated the hybrid era with drivers Lewis Hamilton and Nico Rosberg, winning most races during this period.
#12 Which car manufacturer won the 2016 24 Hours of Le Mans?
Explanation
Porsche won the 2016 24 Hours of Le Mans with their 919 Hybrid LMP1 car. This was part of Porsche's dominant period in endurance racing, where they won three consecutive Le Mans victories from 2015-2017.
#13 In 2008, Usain Bolt set the world record for the 100 meters with one shoelace untied.
Explanation
Yes, Usain Bolt famously set the 100m world record at the 2008 Beijing Olympics with his left shoelace untied. Despite this distraction, he ran 9.69 seconds and celebrated before crossing the finish line, showing his incredible dominance.
#14 What is the maximum number of players on a basketball team during a game?
Explanation
A basketball team can have a maximum of 5 players on the court at any time during a game. This includes positions like point guard, shooting guard, small forward, power forward, and center. Teams can have more players on their roster, but only 5 can play simultaneously.
#15 Which team was the 2015-2016 NBA Champions?
Explanation
The Cleveland Cavaliers won the 2016 NBA Championship, defeating the Golden State Warriors 4-3 in the Finals. Led by LeBron James, they became the first team to overcome a 3-1 series deficit in NBA Finals history, bringing Cleveland its first major sports title in 52 years.
#16 How many games did Arsenal FC go unbeaten during the 2003-2004 season of the English Premier League
Explanation
Arsenal went unbeaten for all 38 games of the 2003-04 Premier League season, earning the nickname 'The Invincibles.' Led by manager Arsène Wenger and players like Thierry Henry and Patrick Vieira, this remains one of football's greatest achievements.
#17 The Olympics tennis court is a giant green screen.
Explanation
Olympic tennis courts often use specialized surfaces that can appear as green screens on television broadcasts. This allows broadcasters to overlay graphics and advertisements digitally, making the court surface appear different to TV viewers than to spectators in person.
#18 Which of these countries' national teams qualified for the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia?
Explanation
Tunisia qualified for the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia, making it their fifth World Cup appearance. Notably, traditional powerhouses like Italy, Netherlands, and USA failed to qualify, making it one of the most surprising qualification campaigns in World Cup history.
#19 Who was the top scorer of the 2014 FIFA World Cup?
Explanation
James Rodríguez of Colombia was the top scorer of the 2014 FIFA World Cup with 6 goals, winning the Golden Boot. His spectacular goals, including a stunning volley against Uruguay, made him the tournament's breakout star and earned him the Puskás Award.
#20 Wilt Chamberlain scored his infamous 100-point-game against the New York Knicks in 1962.
Explanation
Wilt Chamberlain scored 100 points against the New York Knicks on March 2, 1962, in Hershey, Pennsylvania. This remains the single-game scoring record in NBA history, immortalized by the famous photo of Chamberlain holding up a piece of paper with '100' written on it.
#21 Which NBA player has the most games played over the course of their career?
Explanation
Robert Parish holds the NBA record for most games played with 1,611 games over his 21-season career. Known as 'The Chief,' he played primarily for the Boston Celtics and won three NBA championships during the 1980s.
#22 The song "Three Lions" by the Lightning Seeds was made for which major football event in 1996?
Explanation
'Three Lions' (Football's Coming Home) was created by The Lightning Seeds with comedians David Baddiel and Frank Skinner for Euro 1996, which England hosted. The song became an iconic football anthem and is still sung by England fans today.
#23 What is the oldest team in the NFL?
Explanation
The Arizona Cardinals are the oldest continuously operating professional football team, founded in 1898 in Chicago. They've moved several times (Chicago to St. Louis to Arizona) but maintain the distinction as the NFL's oldest franchise.
#24 How many scoring zones are there on a conventional dart board?
Explanation
A conventional dartboard has 82 scoring zones: 20 single number sections, 20 double sections, 20 triple sections, 2 bullseye sections (inner and outer), making a total of 62 numbered sections plus the 20 wire segments that separate them.
#25 With which team did Michael Schumacher make his Formula One debut at the 1991 Belgian Grand Prix?
Explanation
Michael Schumacher made his Formula One debut with the Jordan team at the 1991 Belgian Grand Prix in Spa-Francorchamps. He impressed immediately by qualifying 7th in his first race, leading to his signing with Benetton for the rest of the season.
#26 What is the exact length of one non-curved part in Lane 1 of an Olympic Track?
Explanation
Each straight section (non-curved part) of Lane 1 on an Olympic track is exactly 84.39 meters long. The track's total circumference is 400 meters, with two straight sections and two curved sections making up the standard oval shape.
#27 What national team won the 2016 edition of UEFA European Championship?
Explanation
Portugal won UEFA Euro 2016, held in France, defeating the host nation 1-0 in the final thanks to an extra-time goal by Éder. This was Portugal's first major international tournament victory, achieved under coach Fernando Santos.
#28 Who won the 2015 College Football Playoff (CFP) National Championship?
Explanation
Ohio State won the inaugural College Football Playoff National Championship in 2015, defeating Oregon 42-20 in the final. This was the first year of the CFP system, which replaced the BCS, and Ohio State became the first team to win the title as the #4 seed.
#29 Which team was the 2014-2015 NBA Champions?
Explanation
The Golden State Warriors won the 2015 NBA Championship, defeating the Cleveland Cavaliers 4-2 in the Finals. Led by Stephen Curry's MVP season and coach Steve Kerr, this marked the beginning of the Warriors' dynasty and their first title since 1975.
#30 What country hosted the 2014 Winter Olympics?
Explanation
Russia hosted the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi, which took place from February 7-23, 2014. These games were notable for Russia topping the medal count and for the significant infrastructure investments made in the Sochi region.
#31 Which country hosted the 2022 FIFA World Cup?
Explanation
Qatar hosted the 2022 FIFA World Cup from November 20 to December 18, 2022. This was the first World Cup held in the Middle East and was moved to winter due to Qatar's extreme summer heat, featuring air-conditioned stadiums.
#32 Formula E is an auto racing series that uses hybrid electric race cars.
Explanation
Formula E uses fully electric race cars, not hybrid electric vehicles. The series was created to promote electric vehicle technology and features single-seater cars powered entirely by electric batteries, racing on temporary street circuits in major cities worldwide.
#33 Which soccer team won the Copa América Centenario 2016?
Explanation
Chile won the Copa América Centenario in 2016, defeating Argentina 4-2 on penalties after a 0-0 draw in the final at MetLife Stadium. This was Chile's second consecutive Copa América title, following their 2015 victory, also against Argentina.
#34 Josh Mansour is part of what NRL team?
Explanation
Josh Mansour is a Lebanese-Australian rugby league player who plays for the Penrith Panthers in the NRL. He has been a key winger for both the Panthers and the Australian national team, known for his speed and try-scoring ability.
#35 Which nation hosted the FIFA World Cup in 2006?
Explanation
Germany hosted the 2006 FIFA World Cup, which took place from June 9 to July 9, 2006. The tournament was notable for its festive atmosphere and was dubbed 'A Time to Make Friends.' Italy won the tournament, defeating France in the final.
#36 Tennis was once known as Racquetball.
Explanation
Tennis was never known as racquetball. Tennis evolved from a game called 'lawn tennis' in the 1870s, while racquetball is a separate sport that developed much later in the 1950s and is played in enclosed courts with different rules and equipment.
#37 How many French Open's did Björn Borg win?
Explanation
Björn Borg won the French Open 6 times (1974, 1975, 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981). The Swedish tennis legend dominated clay courts and also won Wimbledon 5 consecutive times, making him one of tennis's greatest players before retiring at age 26.
#38 Which Formula 1 driver switched teams in the middle of the 2017 season?
Explanation
Carlos Sainz Jr. switched from Scuderia Toro Rosso to Renault during the 2017 season, making his debut with Renault at the United States Grand Prix. This mid-season move was part of a driver shuffle involving multiple teams.
#39 Which of the following Grand Slam tennis tournaments occurs LAST?
Explanation
The US Open is the last Grand Slam tournament of the year, typically held in late August/early September. The order is: Australian Open (January), French Open (May-June), Wimbledon (June-July), and US Open (August-September).
#40 Soccer player Cristiano Ronaldo opened a museum dedicated to himself.
Explanation
Cristiano Ronaldo opened the CR7 Museum in his hometown of Funchal, Madeira, Portugal in 2013. The museum displays his trophies, awards, and memorabilia from his football career, including his Ballon d'Or awards and jerseys from different clubs.
#41 What is the nickname of Northampton town's rugby union club?
Explanation
Northampton Rugby Union Club is known as the 'Saints.' Founded in 1880, they play in the English Premiership and are based at Franklin's Gardens stadium. The other options are nicknames for different English rugby clubs.
#42 What city did the Lakers represent before relocating to Los Angeles?
Explanation
The Lakers were originally the Minneapolis Lakers, founded in 1947 and named after Minnesota's nickname 'Land of 10,000 Lakes.' They moved to Los Angeles in 1960, keeping the Lakers name despite California not being known for its lakes.
#43 What is the name of the AHL affiliate of the Toronto Maple Leafs?
Explanation
The Toronto Marlies are the AHL (American Hockey League) affiliate of the Toronto Maple Leafs. They serve as the primary development team for prospects in the Maple Leafs organization. The other teams mentioned play different sports entirely.
#44 Which soccer team won the Copa América 2015 Championship ?
Explanation
Chile won the 2015 Copa América, held in Chile, defeating Argentina 4-1 on penalties after a 0-0 draw in the final. This was Chile's first major international title, ending a 99-year wait for a continental championship.
#45 Who is Manchester United's top premier league goal scorer?
Explanation
Wayne Rooney is Manchester United's top Premier League goal scorer with 183 goals in 393 appearances. He surpassed Sir Bobby Charlton's overall club record of 249 goals in 2017, becoming United's all-time leading scorer.
#46 Why was The Green Monster at Fenway Park was originally built?
Explanation
The Green Monster, Fenway Park's famous 37-foot high left field wall, was originally built in 1912 to prevent people from watching games for free from buildings and elevated areas outside the ballpark. Its height also creates unique playing conditions.
#47 Which professional wrestler fell from the rafters to his death during a live Pay-Per-View event in 1999?
Explanation
Owen Hart tragically died during WWF's Over the Edge pay-per-view in Kansas City on May 23, 1999, when his harness malfunctioned during a planned entrance from the rafters. This accident led to significant changes in wrestling safety protocols.
#48 What was Sir Donald Bradman's batting average in test matches?
Explanation
Sir Donald Bradman had a Test cricket batting average of 99.94, the highest in cricket history. He needed just 4 runs in his final Test innings to average 100, but was bowled for a duck, finishing with this legendary average that remains unmatched.
#49 Which NBA player won Most Valuable Player for the 1999-2000 season?
Explanation
Shaquille O'Neal won the 1999-2000 NBA MVP award while playing for the Los Angeles Lakers. He averaged 29.7 points and 13.6 rebounds, leading the Lakers to their first championship in the Shaq-Kobe era.
#50 The first episode of WWF Monday Night RAW aired on January 11, 1990.
Explanation
The first episode of WWF Monday Night RAW actually aired on January 11, 1993, not 1990. The show debuted from the Manhattan Center in New York City and has become WWE's flagship weekly program, running for over 30 years.