This week's sports quiz challenges readers on a range of events from England's football victory over Norway to Wimbledon surprises and Alexia Putellas' record-breaking achievement. The quiz includes questions on tennis, rugby, cricket, and cycling, offering a comprehensive test of recent sports knowledge.
England's Football Triumph
England's women's football team secured a 2-1 win against Norway in a friendly match. The goals came from Beth Mead and Ella Toone, showcasing the team's depth ahead of upcoming tournaments. According to England manager Sarina Wiegman, 'The performance was solid, and we showed character to come from behind.' The victory extends England's unbeaten run to 10 matches.
Wimbledon Surprises
At Wimbledon, unseeded player Marketa Vondrousova defeated fourth-seeded Jessica Pegula in straight sets, 6-4, 6-3. This marks the biggest upset of the tournament so far. 'I just focused on my game and it worked,' Vondrousova said after the match. Meanwhile, Novak Djokovic advanced to the quarter-finals with a 7-6, 6-3, 6-2 win over Hubert Hurkacz.
Putellas Sets New Record
Alexia Putellas scored her 100th goal for Barcelona, becoming the fastest player in the club's history to reach that milestone. The Spanish midfielder achieved the feat in just 120 appearances. 'It's a special moment for me and for the team,' Putellas commented. Barcelona went on to win the match 4-0.
Rugby and Cricket Updates
In rugby, the All Blacks defeated South Africa 35-20 in a Rugby Championship clash, with tries from Ardie Savea and Rieko Ioane. In cricket, Australia beat England by 3 wickets in the third ODI, with Pat Cummins taking 4 for 45. The series now stands at 2-1 in Australia's favour.
Cycling Highlights
In the Tour de France, Tadej Pogacar retained the yellow jersey after a dominant performance in stage 10, finishing 45 seconds ahead of his closest rival. The stage covered 150 km through the Alps, with Pogacar's attack on the final climb proving decisive.
