As the sporting year draws to a close, what better way to celebrate than with a challenging quiz? Below are 20 questions covering the highlights of 2023, from the Ryder Cup to the Ballon d'Or. As our reporter Jamie Braidwood put it: “It’s not meant to be fun, it’s meant to be hard.”
Europe reclaimed the Ryder Cup in Rome with a 16½-11½ victory over the United States. Which European player earned the most points? England’s ODI Cricket World Cup defence was disastrous, losing six of nine matches, including to Afghanistan. Which England player announced their international retirement during the tournament?
Chelsea won their fourth consecutive Women’s Super League title and third straight Women’s FA Cup. Which team finished runners-up in both competitions? Anthony Joshua knocked out Robert Helenius in August, but who was he originally scheduled to face before a failed drugs test? Jonas Vingegaard won his second Tour de France; which previous champion finished second?
Other questions cover the World Snooker Championship, the Women’s World Cup, the Ashes, and more. From record-breaking contracts to stunning upsets, this quiz will test even the most dedicated sports fan. Answers are available elsewhere, but see how many you can get right first.
