Sports GK MCQs

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Slipping rotates the body slightly so that an incoming punch passes harmlessly next to the head. As the opponent’s punch arrives, the boxer sharply rotates the hips and shoulders. This turns the chin sideways and allows the punch to “slip” past.

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Occasionally seen in Olympic boxing, the bolo is an arm punch which owes its power to the shortening of a circular arc rather than to transference of body weight; it tends to have more of an effect due to the surprise of the odd angle it lands at rather than the actual power of the punch.

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The Rumble in the Jungle was a historic boxing event in Kinshasa, Zaire (now the Democratic Republic of the Congo), on October 30, 1974. It pitted the undefeated world heavyweight champion George Foreman against challenger Muhammad Ali, the former heavyweight champion. Ali won by knockout, putting Foreman down just before the end of the eighth round. It has been called “arguably the greatest sporting event of the 20th century”. It was a major upset victory, with Ali coming in as a 4–1 underdog against the unbeaten, heavy-hitting Foreman. The fight is famous for Ali’s introduction of the rope-a-dope tactic.

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Vijender Singh is an Indian professional boxer. As an amateur, he won bronze medals at the 2008 Beijing Olympics, 2009 World Championships and the 2010 Commonwealth Games, as well as silver medals at the 2006 and 2014 Commonwealth Games, all in the middleweight division.

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Mary Kom is the first Indian female boxer to win a gold medal in the Commonwealth Games. Mary Kom is an Indian amateur boxer. She is the only female to become World Amateur Boxing champion for a record six times, the only female boxer to have won a medal in each one of the first seven World Championships, and the only boxer (male or female) to win eight World Championship medals. Nicknamed Magnificent Mary, she is the only Indian female boxer to have qualified for the 2012 Summer Olympics, competing in the flyweight (51 kg) category and winning a bronze medal. She became the first Indian female boxer to win a gold medal in the Asian Games in 2014 at Incheon, South Korea and is the first Indian female boxer to win gold at the 2018 Commonwealth Games. She is also the only boxer to become Asian Amateur Boxing Champion for a record six times.

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The World Archery Federation (WA) is headquartered in Switzerland, specifically in the city of Lausanne. This city is known as the “Olympic Capital” because it hosts the International Olympic Committee (IOC) headquarters. Switzerland is home to many international sports organizations due to its neutral status and central location in Europe.

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The Latin word “Sagittarii” translates to “archers.” In ancient Rome, sagittarii were skilled archers, often used in military contexts. Archery has a long history, dating back to prehistoric times, and was crucial in warfare and hunting. The term is derived from “sagitta,” meaning arrow in Latin.

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South Korea won the gold medal in men’s team archery at the 2016 Summer Olympics, continuing its dominance in the sport. South Korea has historically excelled in archery, winning numerous Olympic medals since the sport was introduced in 1900. The country has a strong archery program and has produced many world-class archers, contributing to its reputation as a powerhouse in the discipline.

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As of 2020, Paige Pearce ranked first in compound women’s individual archery. She is a prominent American archer known for her multiple national and world titles. Pearce has been a dominant force in the sport, winning numerous championships and setting records. Her success is attributed to her consistent performance and technical skill, making her a key figure in women’s archery.

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The first official handball match was played on 2 December 1917 in Berlin, Germany.