Sports GK MCQs
Sports GK (General Knowledge) Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) on different sports and games for competitive examinations. These questions are part of GKToday’s 35000+ MCQs Bank Course in GKToday Android App
41. Which sport’s competition is the “Fight of the Century” match between David Tua and Shane Cameron in 2009?
[A] Wrestling
[B] Boxing
[C] Weightlifting
[D] Tennis
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Correct Answer: B [Boxing]
Notes:
David Tua vs Shane Cameron billed as Fight of the Century was a boxing rematch between David Tua and Shane Cameron. This is considered the biggest boxing event in New Zealand history with a million-dollar purse. It took place on 3 October 2009 at Mystery Creek Events Centre in Hamilton, New Zealand. Tua won the fight by knockout 20 seconds into the second round. The event was promoted by David Higgins and John McRae of Duco Events.
42. Which sport’s ancient version is “Shuai jiao”?
[A] Boxing
[B] Wrestling
[C] Fencing
[D] Tennis
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Correct Answer: B [Wrestling]
Notes:
Shuai Jiao is the term pertaining to the ancient jacket wrestling wushu style of Beijing, Tianjin and Baoding of Hebei Province in the North China Plain which was codified by Shan Pu Ying. In modern usage, it is also the general Mandarin Chinese term for any form of wrestling, both inside and outside China.
43. Which professional wrestler’s nickname is “King Kong”?
[A] Dara Singh
[B] Emile Czaja
[C] Sheik Ali
[D] Aslam Pahalwan
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Correct Answer: B [Emile Czaja]
Notes:
Emile Czaja, better known by his ring name King Kong, was an Australian-Indian professional wrestler. He was active from 1929 until 1970. He wrestled mostly in Japan, Singapore, Europe, New Zealand, and Australia. In professional wrestling, his arch-rivals were Aslam Pahalwan, Hamida Pahalwan, Sheik Ali and Dara Singh.
44. Since which Summer Olympics, women’s weightlifting has been introduced in the official events program?
[A] 1992 Summer Olympics
[B] 1996 Summer Olympics
[C] 2000 Summer Olympics
[D] 2004 Summer Olympics
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Correct Answer: C [2000 Summer Olympics]
Notes:
Since the 2000 Summer Olympics, women’s weightlifting has been introduced in the official events program.
45. The oldest bows used in archery discovered anywhere in the world “Holmegaard bow” is found in which country?
[A] Norway
[B] Denmark
[C] Sweden
[D] Poland
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Correct Answer: B [Denmark]
Notes:
The Holmegaard bow, dating back to around 4000-2000 BC, was discovered in Denmark. It is one of the oldest known examples of a bow and is important in understanding early archery and hunting practices in prehistoric Europe. The bow’s design reflects advanced craftsmanship for its time, showcasing the importance of archery in ancient societies.
46. Which position in Volleyball is characterized as the player who attacks from near the left antenna and is frequently the most consistent hitter on the team often receiving the most sets?
[A] Setters
[B] Liberos
[C] Middle hitters
[D] Outside hitters
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Correct Answer: D [Outside hitters]
Notes:
The Outside hitters, also known as Left side hitters, are the players who usually attack from near the left antenna. They are often the most reliable hitters receiving numerous sets due to their consistent performance. This playstyle requires them to have versatile skills in both attacks and defense.
47. The “Ligat Ha’Al” is the top professional handball league of which country?
[A] Greece
[B] Israel
[C] Jordan
[D] Cyprus
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Correct Answer: B [Israel]
Notes:
Ligat Ha’Al is the top Israeli professional handball league. The league is sponsored by Winner Corporation since 2010 and known also as Ligat Winner. Founded in 1954, the league currently consists of 12 teams and managed by the Israel Handball Association.
48. The “Nemzeti Bajnoksag I” is the premier men’s professional handball league of which country?
[A] Hungary
[B] Poland
[C] Austria
[D] Czech Republic
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Correct Answer: A [Hungary]
Notes:
The Nemzeti Bajnoksag I is the premier men’s professional handball league in Hungary, administered by the Hungarian Handball Federation.
49. Achinta Sheuli, who clinched gold medal for India in the Commonwealth Games 2022, is associated with which sport?
[A] Weight lifting
[B] Boxing
[C] Table Tennis
[D] Lawn Bowls
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Correct Answer: A [Weight lifting]
Notes:
20 year old Achinta Sheuli clinched gold medal for India in the Commonwealth Games 2022 in 73-kg category of Weight lifting.
He won the first place with a combined effort of 313 Kilograms (143kg in snatch and 170kg in clean & jerk). Mirabai Chanu and Jeremy Lalrinunnga have earlier claimed gold medals while Bindyarani Devi and Sanketh Sargar picked up silver medals.
50. What is the position of India in the 2022 Commonwealth Games?
[A] Third
[B] Fourth
[C] Fifth
[D] Seventh
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Correct Answer: B [Fourth]
Notes:
India finished 4th on the podium at the Commonwealth Games 2022 with a medal tally of 61, including 22 Gold, 16 Silver, and 23 Bronze.
India is after Australia 178 (67 Gold), England 176 (57 Gold), Canada 92 (26 Gold). The Birmingham Games is India’s fourth-best performance at the CWG. Wrestlers contributed the most to the medal tally of India with all 12 of them clinching medals. Sharath Kamal, the 40-year-old table tennis star, was the most successful Indian athlete with 4 medals, including 3 Gold.