How Hawkeye Changed Sports

The transcript discusses the development and implementation of the Hawkeye system, which was created to address incorrect decisions in sports by using high-speed cameras to track the ball's trajectory. Initially introduced in cricket, Hawkeye faced resistance from traditional sports bodies but gained acceptance by providing broadcasters with valuable data. A significant breakthrough occurred in 2006 when it was used in the Hoffman Cup, leading to its adoption in major tournaments like the Grand Slam events.

What was the primary reason for developing the Hawkeye system?

• To provide entertainment for viewers

• To replace human referees entirely

• To correct split-second judgment errors in sports

• To enhance the visual appeal of sports broadcasts

In which year was the Hawkeye system first revealed to the public?

• 2003

• 1999

• 2001

• 2005

What was the initial reaction of the cricket establishment towards Hawkeye's predictive function?

• They used it only for training

• They immediately banned it

• They were skeptical and reluctant

• They fully embraced it

Which tournament marked a significant breakthrough for the use of Hawkeye in sports?

• Hoffman Cup

• Wimbledon

• The Ashes

• World Cup

How many cameras are typically used in the setup of the Hawkeye system for precision?

• 10

• 8

• 12

• 5