ATHLETES FETED

ATHLETES FETED

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Interactive Video

History

KG - University

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The video covers a milestone achievement for a fund, a celebration of sports stars at the Variety Club, and the presentation of the Daily Express sporting trophies. Judy Grinnell is awarded Sportswoman of the Year for her swimming achievements, while Chris Brasher, Sportsman of the Year, announces his retirement from athletics. The video concludes with an acknowledgment of the winners.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which event in London featured stars of sport like Stanley Matthew and Judy Grinnell?

The Variety Club of Great Britain event

The Wimbledon Championship

The London Marathon

The Olympic Games

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who presented the Daily Express sporting trophies at the Savoy?

Chris Brasher

Terry Spinks

Don Campbell

Sir Walter Monckton

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant achievement did Judy Grinnell accomplish to earn the Sportswoman of the Year award?

Breaking the world record in sprinting

Winning the Olympic steeplechase

Becoming the fastest woman on water

Winning Britain's first swimming gold medal since 1924

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Chris Brasher announce during his award acceptance?

His intention to compete in the next Olympics

His plan to write a book about his career

His retirement from competitive athletics

His new role as a sports coach

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Chris Brasher's notable achievement that led to his Sportsman of the Year award?

Becoming the fastest man on water

Setting a new world record in swimming

Winning a gold medal in the Olympic steeplechase

Winning a bronze medal in sprinting