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148 Questions For A Fun Sports Trivia Night
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148 Questions For A Fun Sports Trivia Night

Aivaras Kaziukonis
Džiugas Ožekauskas
Violeta Lyskoit
Aivaras Kaziukonis, Džiugas Ožekauskas and Violeta Lyskoit
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Sports are enjoyed in a variety of ways. Some people play them in courts and fields, while others enjoy testing their strengths in sports trivia. After all, training the body and mind both counts as exercise. And, as with any sports game, it is best played with friends rather than alone.
With so many types of sports, it’s only natural to miss out on some interesting tidbits of information about them all. Sports quizzes on a night in (or out) with friends will help you better understand the games themselves and maybe impress some people. In this case, the better the questions, the higher the chance you and your friends will learn something new. Thus, it’s essential to choose only the best sports trivia questions. And we might be able to help you with the latter!
Further in this article, you’ll find questions (with answers!) that will force even the most incredible sports fans to stumble. So, crack a few cold ones, fill a bowl with chips, and whip out the sports trivia questions we’ve prepared for you. And, if a sports quiz didn’t wear you out, wrap up the night with a bowl of popcorn and some movie trivia questions!

What Makes Sports Trivia Questions Interesting?

Ask yourself a question — just how much do you know about sports? The most interesting part about sports trivia questions is that they will push your knowledge to the limit. And, if you guess incorrectly, you might learn a thing or two in the process.
Like all the other interesting trivia questions, these are versatile as well. High chances are that there is a sports fan in every group of friends. So, if you are out of ideas on what to do with friends, whip out these questions to have a good time anytime!
Also, it makes it more fun to have “specialists” (fans who claim to understand the ins and outs of games) in your teams. So invite a friend who likes soccer and another who prefers American football and let them duel it out in a trivia game. See who gets the victory at the end.

#1

How long is a marathon?
Answer: 26.2 miles.
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Which Sports Trivia Questions and Answers Cover the Most?

With so many sports to choose from (some being rather weird), some have risen to the top. In America, four sports have captured the attention of the nation. Those are baseball, American football, basketball, and soccer. Hence, it only makes sense that baseball, basketball, and both types of football (standard and European) are the most popular subjects of sports trivia questions.

#2

What is the only country to have played in every single soccer World Cup?
Answer: Brazil.
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#3

What do you call it when a bowler makes three strikes in a row?
Answer: Turkey.
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How to Spice Up a Simple Sports Trivia Quiz?

Sometimes, answering questions can get rather dull and repetitive. For this reason, adding some spice to the mix is essential. The best way to do so is by offering prizes for the winners. You can either award them to a team or an individual.

So, what are some excellent trivia prizes? Well, it can range from accessories to stickers. Just make sure to avoid sugary drinks and snacks. You know, a healthy lifestyle and all. Forget about the chips we mentioned earlier.

#4

How many sports were included in the 2008 Summer Olympics?
Answer: 28.
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#5

What retired basketball player tried out for the Chicago White Sox in 1994?
Answer: Michael Jordan.
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What Are Some Other Fun Sports Quizzes?

Sometimes, everyday sports can become rather dull. Luckily, the sports world is enormous! You can always mix up game nights by inserting some facts about the Olympics. However, be prepared to wait quite a while for the correct answers! Since the Olympic games are held only every four years, not everyone will guess correctly on the first try. Or the second.

#6

Who was the first British player to win league titles in four countries?
Answer: David Beckham.
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#7

Who has appeared on the most Sports Illustrated covers?
Answer: Michael Jordan.
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#8

What team owns the longest winning streak in NBA history?
Answer: Los Angeles Lakers.
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#9

What is the record for red cards given in a single soccer game?
Answer: 36.
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#10

What type of race is the Tour de France?
Answer: Bicycle race.
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#11

What African country was the first ever to qualify for a World Cup?
Answer: Egypt.
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#12

What was the first city to host the Olympics twice?
Answer: Paris.
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#13

What is the last event in the decathlon?
Answer: 1500 meters.
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#14

What’s the national sport of Canada?
Answer: Lacrosse.
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#15

How many dimples does an average golf ball have?
Answer: 336.
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#16

In soccer, what body part can’t touch the ball?
Answer: Hands.
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#17

Which sport uses a net, a racket, and a shuttlecock?
Answer: Badminton.
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#18

In what year were women allowed to compete in the modern Olympic games and in what sport?
Answer: 1900, tennis.
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#19

In which winter sport are the terms “stale fish” and “mule kick” used?
Answer: Snowboarding.
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#20

How many minutes was the longest recorded point in the history of tennis?
Answer: 29 minutes.
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