Records & Superlatives

Sports records represent the outer limits of human athletic achievement - the fastest times, longest distances, highest scores, and most remarkable streaks ever recorded. Usain Bolt's 100m world record of 9.58 seconds, set in 2009, remains unbroken. Michael Phelps's 23 Olympic gold medals stand as the greatest individual Olympic achievement. Records in sport inspire athletes and fans alike, capturing moments of extraordinary performance. Some records stand for decades; others fall regularly as training, technology, and nutrition improve. This sub-category tests knowledge of world records and sporting superlatives across all disciplines - who holds the records, when they were set, and the remarkable stories behind the greatest individual and team achievements in the history of competitive sport.

This topic is part of Sports - use the arena and sports tools below, then practice with flashcards and quizzes.