Combat Sports
Ali used his famous "rope-a-dope" strategy to tire out the powerful George Foreman before knocking him out in the 8th round, reclaiming the heavyweight title.
Rumble in the Jungle
NASCAR was founded in this city, famously known for beach racing in the early 20th century.
Daytona Beach, Florida
The Maracanazo occurred during this tournament final match in which __________ famously upset Brazil in the 1950 World Cup. It was known as a national tragedy by Brazil still to this day.
Uruguay
Who was known as the King of Clay
Rafael Nadal
What is the name of the horse track in Louisville that holds the Kentucky Derby every year?
Churchill Downs
Which War did Muhammad Ali refuse to fight in?
Vietnam War
This driver was known as "The Intimidator" and won 7 NASCAR Cup Series championships. He passed away due to an accident during a race.
Dale Earnhardt
This country has won the most FIFA World Cup titles.
Brazil
What was the "Battle of the Sexes" in tennis during the 1970's?
A match between Billie Jean King and Bobby Riggs
June 28, 1997 – ________ was disqualified in the 3rd round for biting Holyfield's ears.
Mike Tyson
What was the original name of the boxer from Louisville, KY who went on to become known as the "Greatest" and "People's Champ?"
Cassius Clay
What was the name of Secretariat's rival?
Sham
What was Diego Maradona's famous goal, scored during the 1986 FIFA World Cup, commonly referred to as?
Hand of God Goal
What was the first big tennis tournament?
Wimbledon
The third and final fight between Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier was a brutal battle. Ali won when Frazier’s corner stopped the fight before the 15th round, with Ali later saying, "It was the closest thing to dying that I know of."
Thrilla in Manila
When did boxing seem to decline as it seemed to "barbaric?" This led to the rise of knighthood.
Middle Ages/Medieval Times
This horse won the Triple Crown in 1973 and still holds the record time in all three races.
Secretariat
Who is the Brazilian superstar soccer player often regarded as one of the greatest footballers of all time? Referred to as the original GOAT of Soccer.
Pele
A cultural exchange involving a U.S. table tennis team visiting China, which led to improved relations between the two countries.
Ping Pong Diplomacy
What happened to Monica Seles?
Stabbed by a crazy fan during a tennis match
Which civilization is credited with the earliest record of forming Boxing into a sport?
Ancient Greece
What are the names of the 3 horse races it takes to win the Triple Crown?
KY Derby, Preakness, and Belmont Stakes
What is the major international soccer tournament established after World War II?
FIFA World Cup
In addition to his tennis career, ________ was known for his activism and philanthropy for racial equality and Civil Rights.
Arthur Ashe
What is the National Sport of Japan?
Sumo Wrestling