UPSC Previous Year Question | Prelims GS | 2021

Consider the following statements in respect of the Laureus World Sports Award which was instituted in the year 2000: 1. American golfer Tiger Woods was the first winner of this award. 2. The award was received mostly by 'Formula One' players so far. 3. Roger Federer received this award maximum number of times compared to others. Which of the above statements are correct?

  1. 1 and 2 only
  2. 2 and 3 only
  3. 1 and 3 only
  4. 1, 2 and 3

Answer

Correct Answer

1 and 3 only

Explanation

Tiger Woods was the first winner of the Laureus World Sportsman of the Year award (2000), and Roger Federer has won it the most times (statements 1 and 3). The award has not been received mostly by Formula One drivers, so statement 2 is incorrect.

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