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General Description
Plato
- Biography: Ancient Greek philosopher (427–347 BCE), student of Socrates and teacher of Aristotle, founder of the Academy in Athens.
- Important Ideas:
- Theory of Forms
- Philosopher-King
- Ideal State
58111
Who is the oldest winner of a major championship in golf history?
Answer:
Phil Mickelson
Phil Mickelson won the 2021 PGA Championship at the age of 50 years, 11 months, and 7 days, making him the oldest major winner in history.
58112
Which tennis player is known as the 'King of Clay'?
Answer:
Rafael Nadal
Rafael Nadal is widely known as the 'King of Clay' due to his unprecedented dominance on clay courts, particularly at the French Open.
58113
In Formula 1, what does a Blue Flag indicate to a driver?
Answer:
Faster car approaching, yield way
A solid blue flag indicates to a driver that a faster car (usually one lapping them) is approaching and they must allow it to pass at the earliest opportunity.
58114
Who was the first person to run a mile in under four minutes?
Answer:
Roger Bannister
Sir Roger Bannister, a British neurologist and middle-distance athlete, ran the first sub-four-minute mile on May 6, 1954, at Iffley Road Track in Oxford.
58115
Which golf holes at Augusta National make up the famous 'Amen Corner'?
Answer:
11, 12, and 13
Amen Corner refers to the second shot at the 11th, all of the 12th, and the tee shot at the 13th hole at Augusta National, a stretch pivotal in deciding the Masters tournament.
58116
What is the 'Triple Crown of Motorsport' generally considered to consist of?
Answer:
Monaco Grand Prix, Le Mans 24 Hours, Indianapolis 500
The Triple Crown of Motorsport is an unofficial achievement consisting of winning the Monaco Grand Prix, the 24 Hours of Le Mans, and the Indianapolis 500. Graham Hill is the only driver to have achieved this.
58117
Which driver won the first ever Formula 1 World Championship in 1950?
Answer:
Giuseppe Farina
Giuseppe 'Nino' Farina won the inaugural Formula 1 World Championship in 1950 driving for Alfa Romeo.
58118
In Golf, what is a 'Mulligan'?
Answer:
A second chance shot allowed in informal play
A Mulligan is an informal rule allowing a player to replay a stroke (usually the first drive) without penalty. It is not allowed in professional tournaments.
58119
Which country hosts the 'Roland Garros' tennis tournament?
Answer:
France
Roland Garros is the official name of the French Open, held in Paris, France.
58120
What is the minimum weight of a Formula 1 car (excluding fuel) roughly around in 2024?
Answer:
798 kg
The minimum weight for F1 cars has risen over the years; in 2024 it is set at 798 kg (including the driver but without fuel).