Sports General Knowledge

Lords is associated with cricket.

A ground stroke in tennis is any shot made after the ball has bounced once on the court. This includes both forehand and backhand strokes. The term is not typically used in cricket, badminton, or hockey, which have their own specific terminology for shots.

Dribbling is a technique used in basketball, football (soccer), and hockey to control the ball while moving. Baseball does not involve dribbling as it's a bat-and-ball game where players hit and run, not control the ball through movement. The question asks for the exception.

The Thomas Cup is the premier international badminton championship for men's teams. It was first held in 1948-49 and is named after Sir George Thomas, a badminton player. It is not associated with billiards, lawn tennis, or table tennis, which have their own world championships.

Citius-Altius-Fortius (Faster-Higher-Stronger) is the official Olympic motto, adopted in 1894. It represents the Olympic spirit of pushing human limits. It is not the motto of the Commonwealth Games, Asian Games, or Afro-Asian Games, which have their own mottos.

The butterfly is one of the four competitive swimming strokes, along with freestyle, backstroke, and breaststroke. It requires significant upper body strength and coordination. The term is not associated with kabaddi, boxing, or wrestling, which have their own specific techniques and terminology.

'Ever Onward' is indeed the official motto of the Asian Games, reflecting the spirit of continuous progress and achievement in Asian sports. The Commonwealth Games motto is 'Humanity, Equality, Destiny', while the FIFA World Cup doesn't use this motto. The Afro-Asian Games were a short-lived event and not the primary association with this motto.

Madison Square Garden has been historically most famous for boxing, hosting legendary fights including Muhammad Ali vs Joe Frazier ('The Fight of the Century'). While it does host basketball (New York Knicks), concerts, and other events, its most iconic association in sports history is with boxing. It's often called 'The Mecca of Boxing'. Tennis and baseball are not associated with this venue.

While the United States doesn't have an officially designated national sport by law, baseball is traditionally and culturally considered the 'national pastime' of America. It has been called 'America's Pastime' since the 19th century. Football, basketball, and volleyball are all popular but don't hold the same cultural designation as baseball.

The Rangaswamy Cup is one of India's most prestigious hockey tournaments, established in 1928. It has been won by major teams like Punjab Police, Services, and Railways. The cup represents the rich hockey heritage in India, especially during the golden era when India dominated Olympic hockey.

In tennis, winning all four major tournaments (Australian Open, French Open, Wimbledon, and US Open) in a calendar year is called a Grand Slam. This term is exclusive to tennis and represents the highest achievement in the sport.

The Burdwan Trophy is associated with weightlifting in India. It is awarded annually to the best weightlifter in the country and has been a prestigious award in Indian weightlifting circles since 1960.

Durand Cup is a football (soccer) tournament, not associated with basketball or hockey. It is one of the oldest football tournaments in Asia and India, started in 1888. The tournament is named after its founder, Sir Mortimer Durand.

The Davis Cup is the premier international team event in men's lawn tennis, established in 1900. It is named after Dwight Davis, an American tennis player who envisioned the competition. Countries compete in a knockout format throughout the year, making it the largest annual international team competition in sport.

The Reliance Cup was the official name of the 1987 Cricket World Cup, which was co-hosted by India and Pakistan. It was the first World Cup held outside England and was sponsored by Reliance Industries. Australia won this tournament, defeating England in the final. The tournament marked a significant expansion of cricket's global reach.