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Top 50 Sports Current Affairs Questions for All Competitive Exams
1. Who has won the Guwahati Masters 2024 badminton men’s singles title?
[A] Sathish Kumar Karunakaran
[B] Sameer Verma
[C] Satwiksairaj Rankireddy
[D] Priyanshu Rajawat
[B] Sameer Verma
[C] Satwiksairaj Rankireddy
[D] Priyanshu Rajawat
Correct Answer: A [Sathish Kumar Karunakaran ]
Notes:
The 2024 Guwahati Masters badminton tournament was held at Sarju Sarai Indoor Sports Complex, Guwahati, Assam. Sathish Karunakaran won the men’s singles title, defeating China’s Zhu Xuan Chen 21-17, 21-14 in 44 minutes. Tanisha Crasto and Ashwini Ponnappa defended their women’s doubles title as the top-seeded pair. They secured a straight-sets victory over China’s Li Hua Zhou and Wang Zi Meng, winning 21-18, 21-12 in 43 minutes. Sathish is also the 2023 Odisha Open Super 100 champion.
The 2024 Guwahati Masters badminton tournament was held at Sarju Sarai Indoor Sports Complex, Guwahati, Assam. Sathish Karunakaran won the men’s singles title, defeating China’s Zhu Xuan Chen 21-17, 21-14 in 44 minutes. Tanisha Crasto and Ashwini Ponnappa defended their women’s doubles title as the top-seeded pair. They secured a straight-sets victory over China’s Li Hua Zhou and Wang Zi Meng, winning 21-18, 21-12 in 43 minutes. Sathish is also the 2023 Odisha Open Super 100 champion.
2. Which Indian player has become the youngest chess champion in the world recently?
[A] Arjun Erigaisi
[B] Praggnanandhaa
[C] Gukesh D
[D] Vidit Gujrathi
[B] Praggnanandhaa
[C] Gukesh D
[D] Vidit Gujrathi
Correct Answer: C [Gukesh D]
Notes:
Dommaraju Gukesh, at 18, became the youngest chess world champion, surpassing Garry Kasparov’s record. He achieved this by defeating Ding Liren after a three-week battle in Singapore. Gukesh showed exceptional focus, minimal social media use, and meditative concentration during the tournament. Starting chess at 11, his dedication and obsession with becoming No. 1 set him apart. Despite setbacks in the championship, he responded with resilience and readiness to fight. Chess experts, including Susan Polgar, believe Gukesh has not yet reached his peak potential. He joins an elite lineage of chess champions, the youngest ever to do so.
Dommaraju Gukesh, at 18, became the youngest chess world champion, surpassing Garry Kasparov’s record. He achieved this by defeating Ding Liren after a three-week battle in Singapore. Gukesh showed exceptional focus, minimal social media use, and meditative concentration during the tournament. Starting chess at 11, his dedication and obsession with becoming No. 1 set him apart. Despite setbacks in the championship, he responded with resilience and readiness to fight. Chess experts, including Susan Polgar, believe Gukesh has not yet reached his peak potential. He joins an elite lineage of chess champions, the youngest ever to do so.
3. Which country is the host of 2034 FIFA World Cup?
[A] New Zealand
[B] Germany
[C] Saudi Arabia
[D] India
[B] Germany
[C] Saudi Arabia
[D] India
Correct Answer: C [Saudi Arabia]
Notes:
FIFA announced Saudi Arabia as the host of the 2034 men’s football World Cup. Saudi Arabia is the second Middle Eastern nation to host the event, after Qatar in 2022. Qatar hosted the 2022 World Cup, where Argentina won the trophy. The 2030 World Cup will be co-hosted by Spain, Portugal, and Morocco, with additional matches in three South American countries. FIFA President Gianni Infantino announced the decision during a virtual extraordinary Congress. This marks a significant moment for the Middle East and global football.
FIFA announced Saudi Arabia as the host of the 2034 men’s football World Cup. Saudi Arabia is the second Middle Eastern nation to host the event, after Qatar in 2022. Qatar hosted the 2022 World Cup, where Argentina won the trophy. The 2030 World Cup will be co-hosted by Spain, Portugal, and Morocco, with additional matches in three South American countries. FIFA President Gianni Infantino announced the decision during a virtual extraordinary Congress. This marks a significant moment for the Middle East and global football.
4. Which country is the host of 12th Para Athletics World Championships in 2025?
[A] Myanmar
[B] Russia
[C] India
[D] China
[B] Russia
[C] India
[D] China
Correct Answer: C [India]
Notes:
India will host the Para Athletics World Championships 2025, marking the first time the event is held in the country. The event will take place from September 26 to October 5 at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, also hosting the World Para Athletics Grand Prix in March 2025. This will be the 12th edition of the championships and the fourth time it is held in Asia, featuring over 1,000 athletes from 100+ nations. The event is pivotal for the Los Angeles Paralympic Games 2028 and aims to promote inclusivity and awareness about disabilities in India. India’s success in Para athletics includes 17 medals, including six gold, at the 2023 World Championships in Kobe.
India will host the Para Athletics World Championships 2025, marking the first time the event is held in the country. The event will take place from September 26 to October 5 at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, also hosting the World Para Athletics Grand Prix in March 2025. This will be the 12th edition of the championships and the fourth time it is held in Asia, featuring over 1,000 athletes from 100+ nations. The event is pivotal for the Los Angeles Paralympic Games 2028 and aims to promote inclusivity and awareness about disabilities in India. India’s success in Para athletics includes 17 medals, including six gold, at the 2023 World Championships in Kobe.
5. Which country is the host of Physical Disabled Cricket Champions Trophy 2025?
[A] Sri Lanka
[B] Bangladesh
[C] Nepal
[D] India
[B] Bangladesh
[C] Nepal
[D] India
Correct Answer: A [Sri Lanka]
Notes:
The Disabled Cricket Council of India (DCCI) announced India’s participation in the Physical Disabled Cricket Champions Trophy 2025. The tournament will take place in Colombo, Sri Lanka, from January 12 to January 21, 2025. Teams from India, England, Sri Lanka, and Pakistan will compete, showcasing the talent of physically disabled cricketers. An intensive training camp for the Indian probable squad will be held in Jaipur in the first week of January 2025. The final Indian squad for the tournament will be selected after the training camp.
The Disabled Cricket Council of India (DCCI) announced India’s participation in the Physical Disabled Cricket Champions Trophy 2025. The tournament will take place in Colombo, Sri Lanka, from January 12 to January 21, 2025. Teams from India, England, Sri Lanka, and Pakistan will compete, showcasing the talent of physically disabled cricketers. An intensive training camp for the Indian probable squad will be held in Jaipur in the first week of January 2025. The final Indian squad for the tournament will be selected after the training camp.
6. Which country is the host of FIDE Chess World Cup 2025?
[A] China
[B] Japan
[C] India
[D] Australia
[B] Japan
[C] India
[D] Australia
Correct Answer: C [India]
Notes:
India will host the FIDE World Cup 2025 chess tournament, scheduled from October 31 to November 27. The World Cup has 206 players competing for three spots, with tough knockout rounds. This event will boost India’s global presence in the chess world. The announcement highlights India’s rising influence and prominence in the sport of chess.
India will host the FIDE World Cup 2025 chess tournament, scheduled from October 31 to November 27. The World Cup has 206 players competing for three spots, with tough knockout rounds. This event will boost India’s global presence in the chess world. The announcement highlights India’s rising influence and prominence in the sport of chess.
7. Which country won the ICC Women’s U19 T20 World Cup 2025 title?
[A] India
[B] South Africa
[C] Australia
[D] England
[B] South Africa
[C] Australia
[D] England
Correct Answer: A [India]
Notes:
The Indian women’s U19 cricket team won the 2nd ICC Women’s U19 T20 World Cup, defeating South Africa by nine wickets. The final was played on 2 February 2025 at Bayuemas Cricket Oval, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The team, led by Niki Prasad, had earlier won the inaugural ACC Women’s U19 Asia Cup 2024 in Malaysia. The tournament, organised by the ICC, took place in Malaysia from 18 January to 2 February 2025.
The Indian women’s U19 cricket team won the 2nd ICC Women’s U19 T20 World Cup, defeating South Africa by nine wickets. The final was played on 2 February 2025 at Bayuemas Cricket Oval, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The team, led by Niki Prasad, had earlier won the inaugural ACC Women’s U19 Asia Cup 2024 in Malaysia. The tournament, organised by the ICC, took place in Malaysia from 18 January to 2 February 2025.
8. Who won the title of Tata Steel Chess Masters 2025?
[A] D Gukesh
[B] R Praggnanandhaa
[C] Arjun Erigaisi
[D] Vidit Gujrathi
[B] R Praggnanandhaa
[C] Arjun Erigaisi
[D] Vidit Gujrathi
Correct Answer: B [R Praggnanandhaa]
Notes:
Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa won the Tata Steel Masters title for the first time in his career. The 19-year-old from Chennai defeated world champion D Gukesh in a tiebreaker. Both players tied with 8.5 points after the 13th round. Praggnanandhaa came from behind to win 2-1 in the tiebreaker.
Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa won the Tata Steel Masters title for the first time in his career. The 19-year-old from Chennai defeated world champion D Gukesh in a tiebreaker. Both players tied with 8.5 points after the 13th round. Praggnanandhaa came from behind to win 2-1 in the tiebreaker.
9. Simona Halep, who recently announced her retirement, is associated with which sports?
[A] Tennis
[B] Boxing
[C] Wrestling
[D] Badminton
[B] Boxing
[C] Wrestling
[D] Badminton
Correct Answer: A [Tennis]
Notes:
Romanian Tennis player Simona Halep, a two-time Grand Slam champion and former World No. 1, announced her retirement at 33. Her comeback attempt was hampered by injuries after serving a doping ban. She retired after a first-round loss to Lucia Bronzetti at the Transylvania Open in Romania. Halep won Wimbledon 2019 and the French Open 2018. She secured 24 WTA singles titles and earned over $40 million in prize money.
Romanian Tennis player Simona Halep, a two-time Grand Slam champion and former World No. 1, announced her retirement at 33. Her comeback attempt was hampered by injuries after serving a doping ban. She retired after a first-round loss to Lucia Bronzetti at the Transylvania Open in Romania. Halep won Wimbledon 2019 and the French Open 2018. She secured 24 WTA singles titles and earned over $40 million in prize money.
10. Which state won the gold medal in Men’s Kabaddi tournament at the 38th National Games?
[A] Uttar Pradesh
[B] Maharashtra
[C] Rajasthan
[D] Gujarat
[B] Maharashtra
[C] Rajasthan
[D] Gujarat
Correct Answer: A [Uttar Pradesh]
Notes:
The Uttar Pradesh men’s kabaddi team won gold at the 38th National Games in Uttarakhand. They secured a 57-43 victory over Chandigarh with agility, strategy, and teamwork. UP also won another gold in artistic yoga in the men’s singles category. Praveen Kumar Pathak emerged as the winner in artistic yoga.
The Uttar Pradesh men’s kabaddi team won gold at the 38th National Games in Uttarakhand. They secured a 57-43 victory over Chandigarh with agility, strategy, and teamwork. UP also won another gold in artistic yoga in the men’s singles category. Praveen Kumar Pathak emerged as the winner in artistic yoga.
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