From the courts of Melbourne to the icy slopes of the Winter Games and the muddy pitches of the Six Nations, the past week in sport has delivered its usual mix of drama, triumph, and the bizarre. How closely have you been paying attention?
This week’s questions span football, rugby, tennis, cycling, cricket, American football, and winter sports. See if you can identify the athletes and stories behind these curious incidents.
Cycling’s Unlikely Finish
A competitor in a major cycling race faced a mechanical failure just one kilometer from the finish line. What was his unconventional solution to complete the stage?
He shouldered his broken bicycle and ran the remaining distance to the line.
A Costly Collision Down Under
During the Australian Open, a tennis star’s preparation was severely disrupted by an unusual accident away from the court. What happened?
He was involved in a collision with a kangaroo while cycling, resulting in a broken wrist.
Sleepless in the Saddle
A cyclist’s performance in a recent stage race became a story of personal endurance for a very specific reason. What kept him awake?
In the final days of the event, he was operating without sleep as he awaited the birth of his child.
A Last-Minute Substitution
On the eve of a major race, a cyclist found himself without his primary equipment. How did he manage to start?
After his bike was stolen, he was forced to compete on his wife’s bicycle.
What’s in a Name?
A famous Brazilian football club has an origin story deeply tied to religious faith. What inspired its founders from São Paulo to choose its name?
The name was selected as a reference to a book in the Bible associated with the apostle Paul.
The Corinthian Connection
Another question on football club origins: A different South American team took its name from an amateur English club. What was the reason behind this choice?
The founders were inspired after witnessing a tour of Brazil by the celebrated amateur side Corinthian FC.
A Shared Celebration
In a heartwarming story from the Winter Olympics, two athletes from the same country celebrated a gold medal with a unique personal bond. What is their relationship?
The two teammates are married to the same person.
A Manager’s Boyhood Inspiration
A newly appointed football manager explained his lifelong fascination with the club he now leads. What sparked his childhood interest?
He developed a passion for the club by selecting them consistently in a popular football video game from his youth.
