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History of Squash

Description: This quiz will test your knowledge about the history of squash.
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When was the first squash court built?

  1. 1864

  2. 1874

  3. 1884

  4. 1894


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The first squash court was built in 1864 at Harrow School in England.

Who is considered the father of squash?

  1. Harry Gem

  2. James Ogilvy

  3. John Hay

  4. Isaac Bell


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Harry Gem is considered the father of squash for his contributions to the development of the game in the 19th century.

Which country is credited with inventing squash?

  1. England

  2. Scotland

  3. Ireland

  4. Wales


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Squash is believed to have originated in England in the 19th century.

What was the original name of squash?

  1. Squash rackets

  2. Squash tennis

  3. Squash ball

  4. Squash court


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Squash was originally known as squash rackets.

When was the first squash tournament held?

  1. 1865

  2. 1875

  3. 1885

  4. 1895


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The first squash tournament was held in 1865 at the Marylebone Cricket Club in London.

Which country won the first World Squash Championship?

  1. England

  2. Scotland

  3. Pakistan

  4. Egypt


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

England won the first World Squash Championship in 1967.

Who is the most successful male squash player of all time?

  1. Jahangir Khan

  2. Hashim Khan

  3. Geoff Hunt

  4. Peter Nicol


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Jahangir Khan is the most successful male squash player of all time, having won the World Squash Championship a record 10 times.

Who is the most successful female squash player of all time?

  1. Nicol David

  2. Michelle Martin

  3. Susan Devoy

  4. Carol Owens


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Nicol David is the most successful female squash player of all time, having won the World Squash Championship a record 8 times.

Which country currently dominates the men's squash world rankings?

  1. Egypt

  2. England

  3. Pakistan

  4. Australia


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Egypt currently dominates the men's squash world rankings, with several Egyptian players holding the top positions.

Which country currently dominates the women's squash world rankings?

  1. Egypt

  2. England

  3. Malaysia

  4. United States


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Egypt currently dominates the women's squash world rankings, with several Egyptian players holding the top positions.

What is the name of the annual squash tournament held in Chicago?

  1. Chicago Open

  2. Windy City Open

  3. Mid America Open

  4. Great Lakes Open


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Chicago Open is an annual squash tournament held in Chicago, Illinois.

What is the name of the annual squash tournament held in New York City?

  1. New York Open

  2. Gotham Classic

  3. Big Apple Open

  4. Empire State Open


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The New York Open is an annual squash tournament held in New York City.

What is the name of the annual squash tournament held in Toronto?

  1. Toronto Open

  2. Canadian Classic

  3. Maple Leaf Open

  4. True North Open


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Toronto Open is an annual squash tournament held in Toronto, Ontario.

What is the name of the annual squash tournament held in San Francisco?

  1. San Francisco Open

  2. Golden Gate Open

  3. Bay Area Open

  4. California Open


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The San Francisco Open is an annual squash tournament held in San Francisco, California.

What is the name of the annual squash tournament held in Boston?

  1. Boston Open

  2. Hub City Open

  3. Beanpot Open

  4. New England Open


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Boston Open is an annual squash tournament held in Boston, Massachusetts.

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