Grand Slams — Set 2
Sports · ग्रैंड स्लैम · Questions 11–20 of 60
The 'Venus Rosewater Dish' is the trophy for the women's champion at which event?
Correct Answer: C. Wimbledon
The Venus Rosewater Dish is a silver salver decorated with mythological figures. It has been awarded to the Ladies' Singles champion at Wimbledon since 1886. The design is based on a 16th-century pewter original found in Paris.
Which of these is the newest Grand Slam tournament in terms of its founding year?
Correct Answer: B. Australian Open
The Australian Open was first held in 1905, making it the youngest of the four majors. Wimbledon is the oldest (1877), followed by the US Open (1881) and French Open (1891). It was originally known as the Australasian Championships.
What is the name of the main stadium court at the French Open?
Correct Answer: D. Court Philippe Chatrier
Court Philippe Chatrier is the principal stadium at the Roland Garros complex in Paris. It was renamed in 2001 to honor the long-time president of the French Tennis Federation. The court can hold approximately 15,000 spectators.
A 'Golden Slam' is achieved when a player wins all four majors plus?
Correct Answer: C. An Olympic Gold Medal
A Golden Slam involves winning all four Grand Slam titles and an Olympic gold medal in a single year. Steffi Graf is famously the only player to achieve this feat in 1988. It is considered the most difficult accomplishment in professional tennis history.
The Norman Brookes Challenge Cup is awarded at which Grand Slam?
Correct Answer: D. Australian Open
This trophy is presented to the Men's Singles champion at the Australian Open. It is named after Sir Norman Brookes, a former world number one and Australian tennis pioneer. The design is modeled after a large silver vase from the 2nd century.
What is unique about the grass used on Wimbledon courts?
Correct Answer: A. It is 100% perennial ryegrass
Since 2001, Wimbledon courts have used 100% perennial ryegrass to improve durability. The grass is cut to a precise height of exactly 8 millimeters during the tournament. This specific variety provides a more consistent bounce for the players.
Which Grand Slam stadium is the largest tennis-specific stadium in the world?
Correct Answer: B. Arthur Ashe Stadium
Arthur Ashe Stadium at the US Open has a seating capacity of over 23,000. It is named after the legendary American player who won the first US Open of the Open Era. The stadium features a retractable roof that was added in 2016.
The 'Coupe des Mousquetaires' is the men's trophy for which tournament?
Correct Answer: A. French Open
The Musketeers' Cup honors four famous French players known as the 'Four Musketeers'. It has been awarded to the men's singles champion since 1981. The original trophy remains at the stadium while the winner takes a replica.
Which Grand Slam was the first to allow professional players to compete (Start of Open Era)?
Correct Answer: A. French Open
The 1968 French Open was the first major to allow both amateurs and professionals to participate. This marked the beginning of the 'Open Era' in tennis history. Before this time, major tournaments were restricted to amateur players only.
Which tournament has traditionally been played on grass for its entire history?
Correct Answer: B. Wimbledon
Wimbledon is the only Grand Slam that has never changed its playing surface from grass. Both the Australian Open and US Open have switched surfaces multiple times in their history. The grass surface is the fastest and favors serve-and-volley players.