Explanation

The America's Cup is associated with yachting or sailing

It's the oldest international sporting trophy still in operation, dating back to 1851. 

Additional information 

The capital is Washington D.C..

Currency is the United States Dollar.

Official language is English and Spanish.

Located in Continent North America.

Primary Religion is Christianity.

Explanation

The Thomas Cup is associated with badminton.

It is an international badminton competition among teams representing member nations (IBF)

It was donated in 1939 by Sir George Thomas

The championship has been conducted every two years since 1982.

Explanation

The Swaythling Cup is associated with Table Tennis

Awarded to the winners of the Men's Team event at the World Table Tennis Championships

First presented in 1926

Origin: Donated by Lady Swaythling

Explanation

• Marathon race is a long-distance running event standardized internationally.
• The official distance is 42.195 km (26.2 miles).
• Standardized at the 1908 London Olympics to start at Windsor Castle and finish in front of the royal box.
  

Last verified on 20-01-2026

Explanation

A standard cricket team consists of 11 players on the field.

Additional information:

• Football: 11
• Hockey: 11
• Basketball: 5
• Rugby Football: 15
• Polo: 4
• Water Polo: 7
• Volleyball: 6
• Kabaddi: 7
• Snooker: 1
• Boxing: 2
• Gymnastics: 8
• Ice Hockey: 6

Last verified on 19-01-2026

Explanation

A "zero-sum game," a foundational concept in game theory,

It is defined by a situation in which the total gains and losses of all participants sum to zero. 

Explanation

Hosted by: Australia and New Zealand

• Winner: Spain
  Runner-up: England
  Third Place: Sweden
  Participating Teams: 32
  Total Matches: 64
  Total Goals: 164

Additional information:

• Top Scorer: Hinata Miyazawa (Japan) – 5 goals
• Best Player: Aitana Bonmatí (Spain)
• Best Young Player: Salma Paralluelo (Spain)
• Best Goalkeeper: Mary Earps (England)
• Official Mascot: Tazuni

Last verified on 17-01-2026

Explanation

The 2022 Winter Olympics were held in Beijing, China, from February 4–20, 2022.

Beijing became the first city to host both Summer (2008) and Winter Olympics.

Last verified on 17-01-2026

Olympic Games host cities

Explanation

• Winner: India
• Runner-up: West Indies
• Final Score: India 183/8 (54.4 overs) vs West Indies 140 (52 overs)
• Captain: Kapil Dev
• Venue: Lord’s Cricket Ground, London

Additional information:

• West Indies had won the first two World Cups (1975 & 1979)

Last verified on 16-01-2026

Explanation

FIFA World Cup 2010:

Host country: South Africa

Dates: 11 June – 11 July

Teams: 32 (from 6 confederations)

Venue(s): 10 (in 9 host cities)

Best player(s): Uruguay Diego Forlán

Best goalkeeper: Spain Iker Casillas

Final positions

• Champions: Spain (1st title)
• Runners-up: Netherlands
• Third place: Germany
• Fourth place: Uruguay

The last FIFA World Cup was held in Australia on 20 August 2023 and Spain won. 

The 2026 World Cup will take place in three host countries: Canada, Mexico, and the USA.