Sports in India 2024: Badminton, Olympics & More

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Which Indian badminton duo secured the Korea Open 2023 title?

Saina Nehwal and P V Sindhu

Satwiksairaj and Chirag Shetty (correct)

Satwiksairaj and Ashwini Ponnappa

Dhruv Kapila and MR Arjun

Leon Marchand, known for breaking Michael Phelps' world record, is a prominent figure in which sport?

Shooting

Tennis

Swimming (correct)

Cricket

Which racing driver took the victory at the Hungarian Grand Prix 2023?

Charles Leclerc

Sergio Pérez

Lewis Hamilton

Max Verstappen (correct)

What sports association has been officially recognized by the Sports Ministry of India?

Handball Association of India Signup and view all the answers

Which city in India is scheduled to host the ‘MotoGP Bharat race’?

Greater Noida Signup and view all the answers

Who was appointed as the head coach of the Indian men’s football team in July 2024?

Manolo Marquez Signup and view all the answers

Which player won their first ATP Tour title by defeating Rafael Nadal at the Nordea Open?

Nuno Borges Signup and view all the answers

Which country won its second consecutive Copa America title in 2024?

Argentina Signup and view all the answers

Which Indian player finished as runner-up at the Australian Open badminton tournament?

HS Prannoy Signup and view all the answers

Who secured their first Formula 2 victory at the Hungarian Grand Prix after Richard Verschoor was disqualified?

Kush Maini Signup and view all the answers

Which country won the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2024?

India Signup and view all the answers

Who won the 2024 Wimbledon Men's Singles title?

Carlos Alcaraz Signup and view all the answers

Which team won the 2024 IPL (Indian Premier League) title?

Gujarat Titans Signup and view all the answers

Who won the 2024 French Open Women's Singles title?

Iga Świątek Signup and view all the answers

Which country hosted the 2024 Summer Olympics?

France Signup and view all the answers

Who won the 2024 Ballon d'Or award?

Erling Haaland Signup and view all the answers

Which team won the 2024 UEFA Champions League?

Manchester City Signup and view all the answers

Who won the 2024 Australian Open Women's Singles title?

Aryna Sabalenka Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Key Achievements in Indian and Global Sports in 2024

Badminton: The duo of Satwiksairaj and Chirag Shetty claimed the Korea Open 2023 title, showcasing India’s rising prominence in badminton.
Swimming: Leon Marchand broke Michael Phelps' world record, marking a significant milestone in the sport.
Formula 1: Max Verstappen secured victory at the Hungarian Grand Prix, reinforcing his status as a top driver.
Handball: The Handball Association of India was recognized as the official governing body by India's Sports Ministry, ensuring better regulation and development of the sport.
MotoGP: Greater Noida is set to host the 'MotoGP Bharat race', contributing to the growing motorsport culture in India.

Coaching and Tournament Highlights

Football: Manolo Marquez was appointed the new head coach of the Indian men's football team by the AIFF in July 2024, aiming to improve the team's performance on international platforms.
Tennis Success: Nuno Borges achieved his maiden ATP Tour title by defeating Rafael Nadal at the Nordea Open.
Copa America: Argentina won their second consecutive Copa America title in 2024, demonstrating their dominance in South American football.

Badminton and Tennis Achievements

Badminton: Indian player HS Prannoy finished as the runner-up at the Australian Open badminton tournament, highlighting India’s strengths in the sport.
Formula 2: Kush Maini clinched his first victory at the Hungarian Grand Prix after Richard Verschoor's disqualification, marking a significant achievement in his racing career.

Major International Events in 2024

ICC Women's T20 World Cup: India emerged victorious in the tournament, further establishing itself as a strong contender in women's cricket.
Wimbledon: Carlos Alcaraz won the 2024 Men's Singles title, solidifying his reputation as a rising star in tennis.
IPL 2024: Gujarat Titans lifted the IPL title, showcasing their strength in the Indian cricket circuit.

Tennis and Football Championships

French Open: Iga Świątek secured the Women's Singles title, highlighting her continued excellence in tennis.
Summer Olympics 2024: Hosted by France, the event featured athletes from around the globe, fostering international sportsmanship and competitiveness.
Ballon d'Or: Erling Haaland was awarded the 2024 Ballon d'Or, acknowledging his outstanding contributions to football.

Football and Cycling Victories

UEFA Champions League: Manchester City emerged as the victor in 2024, consolidating their place among Europe's elite football clubs.
Tour de France: Jonas Vingegaard claimed victory in the prestigious cycling race, showcasing his endurance and skill.

Youth Football Success

FIFA U-20 World Cup: Argentina took home the trophy, demonstrating the country’s strong legacy in nurturing young footballing talent.
Australian Open Women’s Singles: Aryna Sabalenka captured the title in 2024, marking another significant win in her career.

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Test your knowledge of major sports events in India in 2024, including badminton, Olympics, and more. Evaluate your skills with these 20 MCQ questions and answers.