Maidan-e-Jung Grand finale

• NicknamesNicknames
• Mixed BagMixed Bag
• Mera Bharat MahanMera Bharat Mahan
• Iconic VenuesIconic Venues
• Mixed Bag 2.0Mixed Bag 2.0

• 6 questions.6 questions.
• Each question carries 5Each question carries 5
marks.marks.
• Full house ensure 10 extra.Full house ensure 10 extra.

ClueClue –– Has anHas an
enviable record ofenviable record of
scoring a doublescoring a double
century in his finalcentury in his final
Test innings asTest innings as
well as picking upwell as picking up
a wicket with hisa wicket with his
final delivery infinal delivery in
Test cricket.Test cricket.
Q.

India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
cricket World Cupscricket World Cups
Aravinda De Silva (nicknamedAravinda De Silva (nicknamed
Mad Max)Mad Max)
A.

ClueClue –– He has won aHe has won a
record eight Europeanrecord eight European
Tour Order of Merit titles,Tour Order of Merit titles,
including a streak ofincluding a streak of
seven consecutive titlesseven consecutive titles
from 1993 to 1999.from 1993 to 1999.
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ClueClue –– This former Senator is also the author ofThis former Senator is also the author of
seven non-fiction books and hosts a weekly radioseven non-fiction books and hosts a weekly radio
show, American Voices, on Sirius Satellite Radio.show, American Voices, on Sirius Satellite Radio.
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ClueClue -- Following his break-out performance at theFollowing his break-out performance at the
2010 FIFA WC, he ranked first in assists in major2010 FIFA WC, he ranked first in assists in major
European and domestic competitions with 25. In 2012,European and domestic competitions with 25. In 2012,
he ranked first in assists in La Liga with 17.he ranked first in assists in La Liga with 17.
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ClueClue –– The first, and probably the only one, to pullThe first, and probably the only one, to pull
off ‘The 900’ trick. One of his forefathers is Henryoff ‘The 900’ trick. One of his forefathers is Henry
Hudson (of the Hudson River, Hudson Bay fame).Hudson (of the Hudson River, Hudson Bay fame).
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ClueClue –– This 2-time Olympian won a total of 13This 2-time Olympian won a total of 13
medals at the World Championships (including 5medals at the World Championships (including 5
golds) and 15 gold medals at the Europeangolds) and 15 gold medals at the European
Championships apart from 3 golds in Olympics.Championships apart from 3 golds in Olympics.
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ClueClue -- Father was aFather was a
handball player.handball player.
Younger brotherYounger brother
Enzo is part of theEnzo is part of the
basketballbasketball
programme. Hisprogramme. His
cousin Maëlcousin Maël
Lépicier representsLépicier represents
Congo in football.Congo in football.
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Colin Montgomery (nicknamedColin Montgomery (nicknamed
Mrs. Doubtfire)Mrs. Doubtfire)

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Bill Bradley (nicknamed Dollar Bill)Bill Bradley (nicknamed Dollar Bill)

3
Mesut Ozil (nicknamed Nemo)Mesut Ozil (nicknamed Nemo)

4
Tony Hawk (nicknamed Birdman)Tony Hawk (nicknamed Birdman)

5
Michael Gross (nicknamed Albatross)Michael Gross (nicknamed Albatross)

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Jo Wilfred TsongaJo Wilfred Tsonga

• 20 questions
• Each question carries 10
marks
• Infinite Bounce

Every team will get the chance to pounce in any 5
questions out of 20
Score : +10 (for a correct one) /-10 (for a wrong one)

To escape the Great Depression, William HenryTo escape the Great Depression, William Henry
‘Big Bill’ France Sr. moved to Florida from‘Big Bill’ France Sr. moved to Florida from
Washington D.C., in 1935. Familiar with theWashington D.C., in 1935. Familiar with the
sporting activity in the nearby area, he felt the urgesporting activity in the nearby area, he felt the urge
to set up a governing organisation, formulation ofto set up a governing organisation, formulation of
rules, a proper schedule and an organizedrules, a proper schedule and an organized
championship. He began talks with otherchampionship. He began talks with other
influential and interested persons at the Ebony Barinfluential and interested persons at the Ebony Bar
at the Streamline Hotel in Dec, 1947.at the Streamline Hotel in Dec, 1947.
What resulted?What resulted?
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NASCARNASCAR

Founded by a group ofFounded by a group of
cricketers, this club is onecricketers, this club is one
of only two clubs to haveof only two clubs to have
been awarded the FIFAbeen awarded the FIFA
Order of Merit, the otherOrder of Merit, the other
club being Real Madrid.club being Real Madrid.
It holds a special place inIt holds a special place in
the record books ofthe record books of
football.football.
Which club is this?Which club is this?
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Sheffield F.C.Sheffield F.C.

Ammu, a Great Indian Hornbill, was chosen as theAmmu, a Great Indian Hornbill, was chosen as the
Mascot of the recently concluded National GamesMascot of the recently concluded National Games
held at Kerala. The selection of the Great Hornbillheld at Kerala. The selection of the Great Hornbill
as the Mascot reflected the concern for conservationas the Mascot reflected the concern for conservation
of this nearly-extinct species.of this nearly-extinct species.
But what’s the funda behind choosing a feminineBut what’s the funda behind choosing a feminine
name of the Games Mascot?name of the Games Mascot?
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A tribute to theA tribute to the
women of Keralawomen of Kerala
and is a reminderand is a reminder
that Kerala isthat Kerala is
proud to have aproud to have a
gender ratio whichgender ratio which
is tilted in favouris tilted in favour
of women - theof women - the
only State in Indiaonly State in India
that can claim thatthat can claim that
honour.honour.

Considered to be one of theConsidered to be one of the
best power hitters of the deadbest power hitters of the dead
ball era, Wally Pipp is nowball era, Wally Pipp is now
best remembered forbest remembered for
something else. It happenedsomething else. It happened
because of his ill-health andbecause of his ill-health and
he ultimately, had to sign for ahe ultimately, had to sign for a
new team to ressurectnew team to ressurect
his careerhis career..
What was the story?What was the story?
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According to a popular legend, justAccording to a popular legend, just
before a match, Pipp dropped himselfbefore a match, Pipp dropped himself
out due to a headache. His replacementout due to a headache. His replacement
Lou Gehrig stopped after playing 2130Lou Gehrig stopped after playing 2130
games consecutively. Pipp ultimately leftgames consecutively. Pipp ultimately left
Yankees and joined Cincinnati Reds.Yankees and joined Cincinnati Reds.

Who is expressing her feelings after beingWho is expressing her feelings after being
selected as the latest swimsuit model of theselected as the latest swimsuit model of the
Sports Illustrated?Sports Illustrated? (link removed)(link removed)
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Caroline WozniakyCaroline Wozniaky

In response to international condemnation,In response to international condemnation,
human elements were banned since the early parthuman elements were banned since the early part
of 2000s. Instead, theyof 2000s. Instead, they (vis)(vis) are being used.are being used.
Put funda.Put funda.
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Robotic Jockeys used in Camel RacingRobotic Jockeys used in Camel Racing
in Arab nationsin Arab nations

Ending the 260 year old tradition, The Royal & AncientEnding the 260 year old tradition, The Royal & Ancient
Golf Club of St. Andrews has recently announced its firstGolf Club of St. Andrews has recently announced its first
7 female members. The list includes –7 female members. The list includes –
1. Laura Davies1. Laura Davies (winner of 4 Majors);(winner of 4 Majors);
2. Belle Robertson2. Belle Robertson (Women Golfer of the Year 3 times);(Women Golfer of the Year 3 times);
3. Renee Powell3. Renee Powell (only the 2(only the 2ndnd
black-player to compete on theblack-player to compete on the
LPGA Tour);LPGA Tour);
4. Lally Segard4. Lally Segard (won 14 titles before becoming President of the(won 14 titles before becoming President of the
World Amateur Golf Council);World Amateur Golf Council);
5. Louise Suggs5. Louise Suggs (co-founder of LPGA)(co-founder of LPGA) &&
6. Annika Sorenstam6. Annika Sorenstam (winner of 10 Majors)(winner of 10 Majors)..
Which former Olympian and an IOC Member (whoWhich former Olympian and an IOC Member (who
hasn’t played golf competitively) completes this list?hasn’t played golf competitively) completes this list?
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Princess AnnePrincess Anne

The flagbearer of BelarusThe flagbearer of Belarus
at the 2004 Summerat the 2004 Summer
Olympics also performedOlympics also performed
the Judge’s Oath at thethe Judge’s Oath at the
1980 edition. Despite all1980 edition. Despite all
these, he has a verythese, he has a very
special place in the worldspecial place in the world
of sports.of sports.
Who am I talking about?Who am I talking about?
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Aleksandr Medved – first wrestler toAleksandr Medved – first wrestler to
win three Olympic gold medals in threewin three Olympic gold medals in three
consecutive gamesconsecutive games
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The 17The 17thth
Service Battalion of the MiddlesexService Battalion of the Middlesex
Regiment who among many gallant wartimeRegiment who among many gallant wartime
activities also fought in the Battle of Somme inactivities also fought in the Battle of Somme in
WWI. The core of the battalion, comprising WalterWWI. The core of the battalion, comprising Walter
Tull, Vivian Westwood, Tommy Lonsdale andTull, Vivian Westwood, Tommy Lonsdale and
others, were assembled by A.C. Doyle.others, were assembled by A.C. Doyle.
What was the most popular nickname given toWhat was the most popular nickname given to
this group of men?this group of men?
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Football BattalionFootball Battalion

On whose life this forthcoming biopic is beingOn whose life this forthcoming biopic is being
made?made?
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Prithipal SinghPrithipal Singh
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After cracking a vertebra and spending nineAfter cracking a vertebra and spending nine
months in a neck brace, X returned tomonths in a neck brace, X returned to
swimming despite the repeated advice ofswimming despite the repeated advice of
doctors to give up the sport. X competed at thedoctors to give up the sport. X competed at the
1986 World Championships in Madrid, winning1986 World Championships in Madrid, winning
four gold and two silver medals.four gold and two silver medals.
Who is this braveheart?Who is this braveheart?
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Kristine OttoKristine Otto
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Pro-wrestler Charles Wright made his ring debut asPro-wrestler Charles Wright made his ring debut as
Papa Shango during the 1992 edition of Superstars,Papa Shango during the 1992 edition of Superstars,
defeating Dale Wolfe. The character of Papadefeating Dale Wolfe. The character of Papa
Shango carried a skull to the ring and claimed toShango carried a skull to the ring and claimed to
have ‘cast spells’ on his opponents.have ‘cast spells’ on his opponents.
Being voted the ‘Worst Gimmick’ and the ‘MostBeing voted the ‘Worst Gimmick’ and the ‘Most
Embarrassing Wrestler’ in the Wrestling ObserverEmbarrassing Wrestler’ in the Wrestling Observer
Newsletter in 1992, on which fictional character wasNewsletter in 1992, on which fictional character was
the appearance of Papa Shango based?the appearance of Papa Shango based?
(vis – next slide)(vis – next slide)
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Baron Samedi of ‘Live and Let Die’Baron Samedi of ‘Live and Let Die’
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The lady dancing in this classic SD BurmanThe lady dancing in this classic SD Burman
composition from the movie ‘Talash’, was popularcomposition from the movie ‘Talash’, was popular
Parsi actress Madhumati (real name Hutoxi). HerParsi actress Madhumati (real name Hutoxi). Her
association with today’s quiz is through her brotherassociation with today’s quiz is through her brother
who along with another gentleman was part ofwho along with another gentleman was part of
something ‘first’ (arguably) in a particular sports insomething ‘first’ (arguably) in a particular sports in
1986.1986.
Name Hutoxi’s wellknown brother.Name Hutoxi’s wellknown brother. (link removed)(link removed)
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Piloo ReporterPiloo Reporter
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Namesake of a frontline Indian politician, thisNamesake of a frontline Indian politician, this
golfer has represented India in the 1998 Asiangolfer has represented India in the 1998 Asian
Games and the 2003 World Cup. His wife,Games and the 2003 World Cup. His wife,
Chitra has also represented India in volleyball.Chitra has also represented India in volleyball.
Name this sportsman whose sister is pretty wellName this sportsman whose sister is pretty well
known in the entertainment industry.known in the entertainment industry.
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Digvijay SinghDigvijay Singh
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As per the buzz on theAs per the buzz on the
social media, ‘social media, ‘Roger - theRoger - the
Alien’Alien’ from the adultfrom the adult
animated sitcomanimated sitcom
American Dad!, attractedAmerican Dad!, attracted
a lot of attention of thea lot of attention of the
sports fanatics after ansports fanatics after an
event which took place atevent which took place at
the International Spacethe International Space
Station in Oct, 2014.Station in Oct, 2014.
Why?Why?
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Logo of 2018 World CupLogo of 2018 World Cup
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5

Three-time World Series Champion, NLCS MVP, World Series MVP
Winner of the heavyweight title of the AmateurWinner of the heavyweight title of the Amateur
Boxing Association of England in 1891, he laterBoxing Association of England in 1891, he later
became the first Honorary Secretary ofbecame the first Honorary Secretary of
the AIBA in 1920. His contribution to thethe AIBA in 1920. His contribution to the
amateur boxingamateur boxing
was immense.was immense.
How is he still being remembered?How is he still being remembered?
(Clue – next slide)(Clue – next slide)
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Val Barker TrophyVal Barker Trophy
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Chosen as part of the 75th anniversaryChosen as part of the 75th anniversary
celebrations of the team, Steely McBeam iscelebrations of the team, Steely McBeam is
basically the opposite of everything that makes abasically the opposite of everything that makes a
good mascot — he’s not cuddly or approachablegood mascot — he’s not cuddly or approachable
or well-liked by fans or a part of the team’s historyor well-liked by fans or a part of the team’s history
or tradition.or tradition.
Which team’sWhich team’s
mascot is he?mascot is he?
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Pittsburg SteelersPittsburg Steelers
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One of the founders of Torino FC, he wasOne of the founders of Torino FC, he was
employed by Pirelli as a management staff for aemployed by Pirelli as a management staff for a
brief period of time. He also worked as abrief period of time. He also worked as a
journalist for the sports journaljournalist for the sports journal StampaStampa andand
covered the 1950 World Cup. But hiscovered the 1950 World Cup. But his
achievements during the in-between yearsachievements during the in-between years
placed him in record books.placed him in record books.
Who is being talked about?Who is being talked about?
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Vittorio PozzoVittorio Pozzo
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The latest book by Ian Brayshaw,The latest book by Ian Brayshaw, The Miracle MatchThe Miracle Match
tells about the Gillette Cup semi-final between WA &tells about the Gillette Cup semi-final between WA &
Queensland played at PerthQueensland played at Perth
on 12 Dec, 1976.on 12 Dec, 1976.
WA batted first and made 77 in 22.5 overs. 5 batsmenWA batted first and made 77 in 22.5 overs. 5 batsmen
(including Kim Hughes and Rodney Marsh) failed to(including Kim Hughes and Rodney Marsh) failed to
score. In reply, Queensland were routed for 62 in 20.3score. In reply, Queensland were routed for 62 in 20.3
overs. MoM D. Lillee tookovers. MoM D. Lillee took
4 for 21.4 for 21.
Which WA batsman top scored inWhich WA batsman top scored in
that epic match?that epic match?
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Ric CharlesworthRic Charlesworth
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In the Open era, they are the only players toIn the Open era, they are the only players to
‘Win a Dinner Set’.‘Win a Dinner Set’.
What did they achieve?What did they achieve?
2
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Achieved a career Grand Slam and aAchieved a career Grand Slam and a
runner-up finish at each of the fourrunner-up finish at each of the four
Grand Slam tournamentsGrand Slam tournaments
2
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Who is theWho is the ‘Kaptaan’‘Kaptaan’ referred to in this movie?referred to in this movie?
Q.

Imran KhanImran Khan
A.

How would youHow would you musicallymusically connect theseconnect these
sportsmen?sportsmen?
Q.

MozartMozart
A.

In the 2007 French movie ‘Asterix at the OlympicIn the 2007 French movie ‘Asterix at the Olympic
Games’ - Michael Schumacher appeared asGames’ - Michael Schumacher appeared as
Schumix, Jean Todt acted as Le patron de Shumix,Schumix, Jean Todt acted as Le patron de Shumix,
Zinedine Zidane acted as Numerodis & TonyZinedine Zidane acted as Numerodis & Tony
Parker acted as Tonus Parker.Parker acted as Tonus Parker.
Which former World No. 1 appeared as Amelix?Which former World No. 1 appeared as Amelix?
Q.

Amelie MauresmoAmelie Mauresmo
A.

The crowd was watching the match between whichThe crowd was watching the match between which
two fighters?two fighters?
Q.

Md. Ali & SupermanMd. Ali & Superman
A.

• 7 questions
• Differential scoring
* 16 - if 1 team gets it right
* 14 - if 2 teams get it right
* 02 - if all the teams get it right

The father of Raag, a musical prodigy and JazzThe father of Raag, a musical prodigy and Jazz
runs a travel agency in Ahmedabad and Mumbairuns a travel agency in Ahmedabad and Mumbai
called Raag Travels.called Raag Travels.
How is he better known to us?How is he better known to us?
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Raag Jazz

If she is the second ladyIf she is the second lady (vis)(vis) to achieve ato achieve a
particular feat, who is the first lady in this list?particular feat, who is the first lady in this list?
(The lady in the vis. also repeated her feat in 1993)
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In a rare honour, a book titled – ‘TurbanedIn a rare honour, a book titled – ‘Turbaned
Tornado’, was formally released in the AttleeTornado’, was formally released in the Attlee
Room of Britain’s House of Lords on 7 July 2011Room of Britain’s House of Lords on 7 July 2011
by Lord Anthony Young.by Lord Anthony Young.
Who is the subject of the book? Who is the subject of the book?
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India’s last gold in Olympic Hockey came inIndia’s last gold in Olympic Hockey came in
the much-boycotted Moscow Olympics in 1980.the much-boycotted Moscow Olympics in 1980.
In the final, India defeated Spain (4-3) in aIn the final, India defeated Spain (4-3) in a
thrilling contest.thrilling contest.
Beating the earlier record of Udham Singh ofBeating the earlier record of Udham Singh of
scoring 15 goals in the 1956 Melbourne Games,scoring 15 goals in the 1956 Melbourne Games,
which centre forward created a new record bywhich centre forward created a new record by
scoring 16 goals in that tournament?scoring 16 goals in that tournament?
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With whom would you connect these threeWith whom would you connect these three
gentlemen?gentlemen?
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Great-granddaughter of the first Commander-Great-granddaughter of the first Commander-
in-Chief of the Indian Army, Field Marshallin-Chief of the Indian Army, Field Marshall
K.M. Cariappa, is making India proud throughK.M. Cariappa, is making India proud through
her sporting achievements.her sporting achievements.
Identify this lady, crowned the youngest SeniorIdentify this lady, crowned the youngest Senior
National Champion at the age of 14 who is alsoNational Champion at the age of 14 who is also
referred to as thereferred to as the Sania Mirza of her sportsSania Mirza of her sports..
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This statue, unveiled at the courtyard of theThis statue, unveiled at the courtyard of the
‘school’ established in 1925 near Roshanara Bagh in‘school’ established in 1925 near Roshanara Bagh in
North Delhi is of a legendary coach whose wardsNorth Delhi is of a legendary coach whose wards
have won medals aplenty.have won medals aplenty.
Name this Dronacharya Award winning legend.Name this Dronacharya Award winning legend.
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Geet SethiGeet Sethi

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Bachendri PalBachendri Pal

3
Fauja SinghFauja Singh

4
Surinder Singh SodhiSurinder Singh Sodhi

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Chetan SharmaChetan Sharma

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Joshna ChinappaJoshna Chinappa

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Guru HanumanGuru Hanuman

Buckingham PalaceBuckingham Palace
A.

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Stamford BridgeStamford Bridge

2
Red FortRed Fort

3
Madison Square GardenMadison Square Garden

4
ColosseumColosseum

5
All England Croquet & Lawn Tennis ClubAll England Croquet & Lawn Tennis Club

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MCGMCG

Identify the footballer from his tattoos whoIdentify the footballer from his tattoos who
became the youngest player to reach 100 capsbecame the youngest player to reach 100 caps
for his country in 2013.for his country in 2013.
Q.

Sergio RamosSergio Ramos
A.

This young Indian hockey player is attractingThis young Indian hockey player is attracting
lot of attention in the ongoing HIL. Wheneverlot of attention in the ongoing HIL. Whenever
his name is announced in the public addresshis name is announced in the public address
system, the crowd starts to cheer.system, the crowd starts to cheer.
Why his name evokeWhy his name evoke
such an amusingsuch an amusing
response fromresponse from
the crowd?the crowd?
Q.

Santa SinghSanta Singh
A.

In late 2014, an Asian player (nicknamedIn late 2014, an Asian player (nicknamed TukTuk
TukTuk, for his playing style) equalled X’s world, for his playing style) equalled X’s world
record, playing in a very unlikely manner. Xrecord, playing in a very unlikely manner. X
achieved that feat in 1986 on a ground where mostachieved that feat in 1986 on a ground where most
of the ground staff were inmates from the localof the ground staff were inmates from the local
prison where his father retired as aprison where his father retired as a
prison warden. prison warden.
Who is X? And also, which record am I talkingWho is X? And also, which record am I talking
about?about?
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X = Viv Richards; record for scoringX = Viv Richards; record for scoring
fastest hundred in a test (in 56 balls)fastest hundred in a test (in 56 balls)

Presently one of the best in the world, she hasPresently one of the best in the world, she has
an unique record of winning medals in 6 majoran unique record of winning medals in 6 major
tournaments (Golds in 2003 World Cup and 3tournaments (Golds in 2003 World Cup and 3
UEFA European Championships in 1997, 2001UEFA European Championships in 1997, 2001
& 2005 and Bronzes in 2000 & 2004 Olympics)& 2005 and Bronzes in 2000 & 2004 Olympics)
as a reserve player without having appeared in aas a reserve player without having appeared in a
single game.single game.
Name her.Name her.
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Nadine AngererNadine Angerer

X started her career partnering Nancy Reno.X started her career partnering Nancy Reno.
But after not so successful results, X teamed upBut after not so successful results, X teamed up
with Holly McPeak. After completing the 2000with Holly McPeak. After completing the 2000
season with McPeak, X’s destiny unfolded afterseason with McPeak, X’s destiny unfolded after
X met Y. The rest is history.X met Y. The rest is history.
Who are X & Y?Who are X & Y?
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Misty May & Kerry WalshMisty May & Kerry Walsh

Taken on August 2007, it is a rare shot of anTaken on August 2007, it is a rare shot of an
Olympic gold medallist (X) of pre-IndependentOlympic gold medallist (X) of pre-Independent
India with an Olympic gold medallist of newlyIndia with an Olympic gold medallist of newly
independent India.independent India.
Identify the Kolkata-born Olympian (X) who isIdentify the Kolkata-born Olympian (X) who is
seen in this pic. with Balbir Singh Sr.seen in this pic. with Balbir Singh Sr.
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Joseph GalibardyJoseph Galibardy

Ms. Anu PeshawariaMs. Anu Peshawaria (vis)(vis), an attorney of repute, won, an attorney of repute, won
the national tennis championship thrice in ‘70s. Shethe national tennis championship thrice in ‘70s. She
also represented India at the Asian Games andalso represented India at the Asian Games and
Wimbledon. Experts believed that her elder sister (X)Wimbledon. Experts believed that her elder sister (X)
was a far better player than Anu. As the junior nationalwas a far better player than Anu. As the junior national
champion, (X) was also eligible for entry to thechampion, (X) was also eligible for entry to the
Wimbledon, but was not given the chanceWimbledon, but was not given the chance
to participate because of the dirty politics of theto participate because of the dirty politics of the
federation.federation.
Who is the elder sisterWho is the elder sister
of Anu Peshawarof Anu Peshawaria?ia?
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Kiran BediKiran Bedi

Which unfortunate on-field incident wasWhich unfortunate on-field incident was
umpire Fred Goodall referring to?umpire Fred Goodall referring to?
(link removed)(link removed)
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Colin Croft pushing incidentColin Croft pushing incident

Probably one of the best statues in UK, it hasProbably one of the best statues in UK, it has
been installed at the Britannia Stadium.been installed at the Britannia Stadium.
What’s so special about these statues?What’s so special about these statues?
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The three figures depict TheThe three figures depict The
Evolution of Sir Stanley MathewsEvolution of Sir Stanley Mathews

This versatile performer has released 20 albums,This versatile performer has released 20 albums,
in a number of languages - includingin a number of languages - including
Cantonese, Mandarin, Japanese, Taiwanese andCantonese, Mandarin, Japanese, Taiwanese and
English, since 1984. He also recorded a song inEnglish, since 1984. He also recorded a song in
2007 to mark the one-year countdown to the2007 to mark the one-year countdown to the
2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing.2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing.
Identify him.Identify him.
(link removed)(link removed)
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Jackie ChanJackie Chan

The first of these food-items were made by AmarjitThe first of these food-items were made by Amarjit
Tibb, who was inspired by the wraps he sampled inTibb, who was inspired by the wraps he sampled in
Beirut in the late 1960’s. He and his wife came upBeirut in the late 1960’s. He and his wife came up
with a zingy masala, succulent filling and soft naanwith a zingy masala, succulent filling and soft naan
to make it. Soon other eateries in the adjoining areato make it. Soon other eateries in the adjoining area
came up with their own versions.came up with their own versions.
What is it doing in a sports quiz?What is it doing in a sports quiz?
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Frankie, named after Frank WorrellFrankie, named after Frank Worrell

In 1985, Olympic gold-medallist Lynette WoodardIn 1985, Olympic gold-medallist Lynette Woodard
made history when she signed the contract tomade history when she signed the contract to
become the first female member ofbecome the first female member of
a professional team.a professional team.
Which team did she join?Which team did she join?
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Harlem GlobetrottersHarlem Globetrotters
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What superlative nickname was given to the USWhat superlative nickname was given to the US
Olympic Women’s Gymnastics Team that wonOlympic Women’s Gymnastics Team that won
the first ever Gold Medal for the USA in thethe first ever Gold Medal for the USA in the
Women’s Team Competition at theWomen’s Team Competition at the
1996 Atlanta Olympics?1996 Atlanta Olympics?
(The members were Shannon Miller, Dominique(The members were Shannon Miller, Dominique
Moceanu, Dominique Dawes, Kerri Strug, AmyMoceanu, Dominique Dawes, Kerri Strug, Amy
Chow, Amanda Borden and Jaycie Phelps)Chow, Amanda Borden and Jaycie Phelps)
Q.

Magnificient SevenMagnificient Seven
A.

What has been blacked out here?What has been blacked out here?
Q.
?? ?? ??

SquashSquash
A.

Identify theIdentify the
swimmingswimming
sensation, who hadsensation, who had
a very brief buta very brief but
prodigious career,prodigious career,
featured in thisfeatured in this
Arena Swimsuit adArena Swimsuit ad
alongwith Markalongwith Mark
Spitz.Spitz.
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Shane GouldShane Gould
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At the 2001 Super Bowl, X and a few of his friendsAt the 2001 Super Bowl, X and a few of his friends
collected on their 28-to-1 pre-season bet that thecollected on their 28-to-1 pre-season bet that the
Ravens would win it all. X’s gang took home $Ravens would win it all. X’s gang took home $
560,000. In another case, X and his friend, Las560,000. In another case, X and his friend, Las
Vegas gambler Billy Walters reportedly boughtVegas gambler Billy Walters reportedly bought
Clorox stock just before investor Carl Icahn’sClorox stock just before investor Carl Icahn’s
takeover bid sent the stock price soaring in 2011.takeover bid sent the stock price soaring in 2011.
Who is this sportstar who has an uncanny knack ofWho is this sportstar who has an uncanny knack of
going against the law, just forgoing against the law, just for a kicka kick??
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Phil MickelsonPhil Mickelson
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Gandaberunda, a mythical two-headed bird, isGandaberunda, a mythical two-headed bird, is
said to be the physical form displayed bysaid to be the physical form displayed by
Narasimha Avatar of Lord Vishnu. It had beenNarasimha Avatar of Lord Vishnu. It had been
used in the crests and official seals of theused in the crests and official seals of the
Chalukyas, Hoysalas, Kadambas, Wadeyars andChalukyas, Hoysalas, Kadambas, Wadeyars and
other royal dynasties.other royal dynasties.
Presently, where would one find thisPresently, where would one find this
mythical bird?mythical bird?

In the Crest of Bengaluru FCIn the Crest of Bengaluru FC
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These are some of the quotes of this legendaryThese are some of the quotes of this legendary
coachcoach (vis of his statue – next slide)(vis of his statue – next slide) :---:---
** “When you pull on that jersey, the name on“When you pull on that jersey, the name on
the front is a hell of a lot more important than thethe front is a hell of a lot more important than the
one on the back”one on the back” &&
** “You know, Willie Wonka said it best: we are“You know, Willie Wonka said it best: we are
the makers of dreams, the dreamers of dreams”the makers of dreams, the dreamers of dreams”..
WhichWhich seemingly impossibleseemingly impossible task did he famouslytask did he famously
inspire to make possible?inspire to make possible?
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Miracle on IceMiracle on Ice
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As a child in 1944, he survived the Bergen-BelsenAs a child in 1944, he survived the Bergen-Belsen
Concentration Camp; as an athlete, he survived theConcentration Camp; as an athlete, he survived the
1972 Munich massacre where 11 of his teammates1972 Munich massacre where 11 of his teammates
were murdered in the next room. Along the way, hewere murdered in the next room. Along the way, he
survived the German blitzkreig on his home insurvived the German blitzkreig on his home in
Belgrade and hid from Nazi soldiers hunting JewsBelgrade and hid from Nazi soldiers hunting Jews
in Budapest.in Budapest.
Identify the two-time Olympian who still holds theIdentify the two-time Olympian who still holds the
world record in the 50-Mile Walk (7:32:50), createdworld record in the 50-Mile Walk (7:32:50), created
in 1972.in 1972.
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Shaul LadanyShaul Ladany
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This noted musician got embroiled into a bigThis noted musician got embroiled into a big
sporting controversy in 2014.sporting controversy in 2014.
Put funda.Put funda.
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Vanessa Mae represented Thailand at the 2014Vanessa Mae represented Thailand at the 2014
Winter Olympics as an Alpine Skier with the nameWinter Olympics as an Alpine Skier with the name
Vanessa Vanakorn. On 10 July 2014 fourVanessa Vanakorn. On 10 July 2014 four
Slovenian ski competition organizers were eachSlovenian ski competition organizers were each
handed four-year bans because of the supposedlyhanded four-year bans because of the supposedly
fixed Olympics qualifications races for the Thai skifixed Olympics qualifications races for the Thai ski
team in January 2014 – with the only goal toteam in January 2014 – with the only goal to
successfully qualify Vanessa Mae.successfully qualify Vanessa Mae.
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They are the only three recipients of the ArjunaThey are the only three recipients of the Arjuna
Award in which sports?Award in which sports?
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S.No.S.No. YearYear NameName
11 19751975 Amar SinghAmar Singh
22 1978-791978-79 Ms. M. MahapatraMs. M. Mahapatra
33 19831983 A. R. RathnaA. R. Rathna

CyclingCycling
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V. Anand was declared the winner of theV. Anand was declared the winner of the
London Chess Classic in 2014 despite finishingLondon Chess Classic in 2014 despite finishing
tied with Vladimir Kramnik and Anish Giri. Alltied with Vladimir Kramnik and Anish Giri. All
three of them scored 7 points each.three of them scored 7 points each.
Why was Anand declared the champion?Why was Anand declared the champion?
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All three of them had won 1 game (3All three of them had won 1 game (3
points) and drew three games (1 point)points) and drew three games (1 point)
each. But Anand was declared winner aseach. But Anand was declared winner as
he won with the black pieces.he won with the black pieces.
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X was appointed the Managing Director of theX was appointed the Managing Director of the
Cinzano, a soft-drinks company and Azzura, theCinzano, a soft-drinks company and Azzura, the
first Italian yatch to take part in the America’sfirst Italian yatch to take part in the America’s
Cup, while also presiding over the Juventus FC.Cup, while also presiding over the Juventus FC.
He was also appointed the Director of theHe was also appointed the Director of the
publishing company Itedi. But, X, is primarilypublishing company Itedi. But, X, is primarily
known for another high-profile post which heknown for another high-profile post which he
relinquished in Sep, 2014.relinquished in Sep, 2014.
Who/what is being talked about?Who/what is being talked about?
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Luca di Montezemolo & the TeamLuca di Montezemolo & the Team
Principal of Ferrari F1 teamPrincipal of Ferrari F1 team
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The Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome (commonlyThe Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome (commonly
called the Metrodome) was once the home of thecalled the Metrodome) was once the home of the
NFL’s Minnesota Vikings, MLB’s Minnesota TwinsNFL’s Minnesota Vikings, MLB’s Minnesota Twins
and NBA’s Minnesota Timberwolves. Its the onlyand NBA’s Minnesota Timberwolves. Its the only
stadium to have hosted a Super Bowl (1992), Worldstadium to have hosted a Super Bowl (1992), World
Series (1987, 1991) and MLB All-Star Game (1985).Series (1987, 1991) and MLB All-Star Game (1985).
What is its connection with IIEST, Shibpur?What is its connection with IIEST, Shibpur?
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Fazlur Rahman KhanFazlur Rahman Khan
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