Test your sports knowledge with this week’s quiz! Covering topics from the Ryder Cup and Women’s Rugby World Cup to football fun facts, boxing history, and more, this quiz challenges your understanding of various sports and their connections to the wider world of entertainment and politics. See how well you know the records, personalities, and events that have shaped the sporting landscape.
Get ready to flex your sports trivia muscles with this week's challenging quiz! From the Ryder Cup to the Women's Rugby World Cup, the Great North Run to Premier League records, this quiz covers a wide range of sporting events and personalities. So, are you ready to test your knowledge of movie stars, musicians, runners, and even US presidents, all connected to the world of sports?
Ryder Cup Revelations
The Ryder Cup is always a hot topic, and this week is no exception. Luke Donald recently announced his team for the upcoming tournament, retaining 11 of the 12 players who secured victory for Europe in Rome two years prior. The burning question is: who is the sole newcomer to the team? Was it Viktor Hovland, Ludvig Åberg, Robert MacIntyre, or Rasmus Højgaard? The answer reveals a strategic shift in Donald's lineup, with Rasmus Højgaard stepping in to replace his twin brother, Nicolai. Home advantage plays a significant role in the Ryder Cup's outcome. Europe has dominated on home soil, winning the last seven tournaments they've hosted. However, their last victory on American soil dates back to 2012. Do you remember the location of that historic win: the Battle of Brookline, the Miracle at Medinah, the Shame of Shinnecock Hills, or the War by the Shore? It was the Miracle at Medinah, where Europe staged an unforgettable comeback, overcoming a 10-6 deficit on the final day to snatch a 14½-13½ victory.
Football Fun Facts
Delving into the world of football, do you know who or what Sonnenhof Großaspach is? Is it a footballer who signed for Fulham, a cycling team competing in the Vuelta a España, the top points scorer at the Women's Rugby World Cup, or a German football club? Sonnenhof Großaspach is indeed a German football club. Speaking of German football, Erik Ten Hag's brief managerial stint at Bayer Leverkusen is a curious footnote in his career. What was the score in Ten Hag's third and final game in charge? Was it a 1-0 loss, a 5-1 defeat, a crushing 7-0 loss, or a 3-3 draw? The answer is a 3-3 draw. In non-league football, an injury crisis at Dorking United led to an unusual situation for their match against AFC Totton. With no available goalkeeper, who stepped up to fill the void? Was it Joe Hart, their manager, their goalkeeping coach, or a 54-year-old fan? A 54-year-old fan, Terry Dunn, answered the call, bringing his experience (albeit from retirement in 1997) and passion to the Wanderers' ranks.
Sergio Ramos's Surprising Career Move
Sergio Ramos has surprised the footballing world with his latest endeavor. But what exactly did he do this week? Was he sent off for the 50th time, released his debut single, landed a role in the new James Bond film, or bought a football club in Mexico? The answer is that he has released his debut single, showcasing his ambition beyond the pitch.
Premier League and Rugby Records
James Milner recently became the second-oldest goalscorer in Premier League history with his penalty for Brighton against Manchester City. But who holds the record for the oldest scorer in the league, being the only player to score in his forties? Was it Teddy Sheringham, Ryan Giggs, Thiago Silva or Peter Schmeichel? Teddy Sheringham holds the record. In the Women's Rugby World Cup, one match ended in a draw, providing a rare moment of suspense in the tournament. Which match was it: Italy v South Africa, Scotland v Fiji, Ireland v Spain, or United States v Australia? It was the United States v Australia. The summer transfer window saw Liverpool spend big, but which club made a record £315m in player sales? Was it Liverpool, Chelsea, Bournemouth, or Newcastle? The answer is Chelsea, making a profit despite signing 10 players.
Boxing, Golf, and More
The boxing world mourned the loss of Joe Bugner this week. Beyond the ring, he was also an actor, appearing alongside Jean-Claude Van Damme and Kylie Minogue in a 1994 film. Was that film Street Fighter, Mortal Kombat, Lara Croft or Resident Evil? The correct answer is Street Fighter. Roy Jones Jr., a boxer many believed was robbed of a gold medal at the 1988 Olympics, finally received his due. Who presented him with the gold medal he should have been awarded in Seoul? Donald Trump, The International Olympic Committee, Interpol, or His opponent in the final, Park Si-hun? Park Si-hun traveled to give the medal to Jones. The Walker Cup, a prestigious golf tournament, is named after George Herbert Walker. Which US president was his grandson: Donald Trump, Bill Clinton, George HW Bush, or Ronald Reagan? The correct answer is George HW Bush.
Super League and Great North Run
As the Women's Super League prepares to kick off, what do Arsenal, Aston Villa, and Leicester have in common this season? None of them has won the WSL but they have all won the Women’s Champions League, They all broke the world transfer record this summer, or They are playing all of their home games at the ground their men's team use. The answer is They are playing all of their home games at the ground their men's team use. Finally, why is the Super League derby between Hull KR and Hull FC kicking off at 3.05pm? It is So fans can attend the Great North Run, The Beautiful South, who are from Hull, are doing a set before the match, The government is sending out a national emergency alert at 3pm or The clubs say they are "tired of fans being late"? It is because the government is sending out a national emergency alert at 3pm. The Great North Run is gearing up with thousands of runners ready to participate. How long is the course? Is it 5km, 10km, 13.1 miles, or 26.2 miles? The answer is 13.1 miles.