Bradley Wiggins: British Cycling Legend and Olympic Champion

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT one of Sir Bradley Wiggins' cycling achievements?

Accepted Answer

Winning the Vuelta a España in 2019

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Winning the Tour de France in 2012

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Winning Olympic gold medals in the team pursuit in 2008 and 2016

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Breaking the world record for the hour in 2015

Question 2

Which of these is NOT a major achievement in Sir Bradley Wiggins' cycling career?

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Winning the World Road Race Championships in 2014

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Winning the Tour de France in 2012

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Winning Olympic gold in the time trial at the 2012 London Olympics

Question 3

Which of the following is an achievement that is NOT part of Sir Bradley Wiggins' cycling career?

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Winning a UCI Road World Championship

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Winning an Olympic Gold medal in both track and road cycling

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Winning the Tour de France in 2012

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Setting the world hour record in 2015

Question 4

How did Sir Bradley Wiggins' 2012 Tour de France victory impact British cycling and the sport as a whole?

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It inspired a new generation of British cyclists.

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It was solely due to Wiggins' physical abilities.

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It had no significant impact on British cycling.

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It led to a decline in cycling's popularity in Britain.

Question 5

Which of the following Olympic medals was NOT won by Sir Bradley Wiggins?

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Gold in the road race

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Gold in the individual time trial

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Gold in the team pursuit

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Bronze in the individual pursuit

Question 6

During his Tour de France victories, for which team did Sir Bradley Wiggins ride?

Accepted Answer

Team Sky

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British Cycling

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Garmin-Sharp

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Groupama-FDJ

Question 7

Within the cycling community, what nickname is Sir Bradley Wiggins known by?

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Wiggo

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The Modfather

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The Tourminator

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The Yorkshire Warrior

Question 8

Which event is EXCLUDED from the Tour de France?

Accepted Answer

Track sprints

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Road stages

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Time trials

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Team time trials

Question 9

Which characteristic BEST describes Sir Bradley Wiggins' cycling style?

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Conservative pacing

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Aggressive attacking

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Opportunistic sprinting

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Defensive riding

Question 10

Which factor did **not** contribute to Bradley Wiggins' early cycling development and success?

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Financial support from family

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Extensive track racing experience

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Early passion for cycling

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High-quality coaching and guidance

Question 11

How did Sir Bradley Wiggins' achievements transform British cycling, considering both the immediate and long-term effects?

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Wiggins' legacy goes beyond his wins, changing the view of cycling as a respected sport.

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Wiggins' victories temporarily boosted interest in cycling, but had no lasting impact.

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Wiggins' success mainly helped professional cyclists, with little impact on recreational cycling.

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Wiggins' impact was limited to his active career, with no lasting effects on British cycling.

Question 12

What was the name of Wiggins' team during his 2012 Tour de France victory?

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Team Sky

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Team GB

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BMC Racing Team

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Movistar Team

Question 13

Which Olympic Games did Wiggins win his first gold medal in cycling?

Accepted Answer

Beijing 2008

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Athens 2004

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London 2012

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Rio 2016

Question 14

What was Wiggins' nickname during his cycling career?

Accepted Answer

Wiggo

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Bradley the Bullet

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The King of the Road

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The Tourminator

Question 15

How many Olympic gold medals has Wiggins won in cycling?

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2

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4

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6

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8

Question 16

In which year did Wiggins become the first British rider to win the Tour de France?

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2012

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2010

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2014

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2016

Question 17

Which British track cycling team did Wiggins ride for at the Olympics?

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Team GB

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Team Sky

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BMC Racing Team

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Movistar Team

Question 18

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of Wiggins' riding style?

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Sprinting

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Aggressive

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Aerodynamic

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Versatile

Question 19

Which British cycling coach played a significant role in Wiggins' success?

Accepted Answer

Dave Brailsford

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Shane Sutton

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Chris Boardman

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Rob Hayles

Question 20

Which of the following cycling feats did Sir Bradley Wiggins NOT achieve?

Accepted Answer

Winning the Vuelta a España

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Winning the Tour de France

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Winning multiple Olympic medals

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Establishing the 'hour record'

Question 21

By what nickname was Sir Bradley Wiggins commonly known?

Accepted Answer

Wiggo

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The Flying Scot

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The Golden Boy

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The Tourminator

Question 22

In what year did Wiggins make history as the first British cyclist to triumph in the Tour de France?

Accepted Answer

2012

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2010

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2014

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2016

Question 23

What is the title of Wiggins' autobiography, published in 2012?

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My Hour: The Autobiography of Sir Bradley Wiggins

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Bradley Wiggins: My Story

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The Life and Times of a British Cycling Legend

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The Hour Record

Question 24

Which cycling discipline has NOT featured in Wiggins' competitive career?

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BMX

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Track cycling

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Road cycling

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Mountain biking

Question 25

What was the nickname given to Wiggins' distinctive sideburns?

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The Wingtips

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The Chop-Sticks

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The Sidewinders

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The Quills

Question 26

Which of the following Olympic events did Sir Bradley Wiggins NOT win a gold medal in?

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Road race

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Team pursuit

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Individual pursuit

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Time trial (track)

Question 27

During his Tour de France victory, which cycling team was Sir Bradley Wiggins representing?

Accepted Answer

Team Sky

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Team GB

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Garmin-Sharp

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BMC Racing

Question 28

What does the iconic yellow jersey symbolize for riders in the Tour de France?

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Overall race leader

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Winner of the most stages

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Current leader in sprint points

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Best time in the mountains classification

Question 29

Which notable time trial event did Sir Bradley Wiggins achieve a world record in?

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One-hour record

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Kilometer time trial

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Five-mile time trial

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Ten-mile time trial

Question 30

How did Sir Bradley Wiggins' cycling success impact British society beyond just sports?

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Wiggins' success helped make cycling more popular and accessible in Britain.

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Wiggins' achievements had little effect on British culture.

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Wiggins' influence was mainly felt within the professional cycling world in Britain.

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Wiggins' success led to a decline in interest in other sports in Britain.

Question 31

Which of the following was NOT a key aspect of Bradley Wiggins' nutritional strategy in preparation for major competitions?

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Incorporated intermittent fasting to improve insulin sensitivity and reduce body fat.

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Increased complex carbohydrate intake to fuel intense training and racing.

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Maintained a high protein intake to support muscle recovery and growth.

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Emphasized hydration with electrolyte-rich drinks to prevent dehydration and muscle cramps.

Question 32

Which nickname is commonly associated with Sir Bradley Wiggins?

Accepted Answer

Wiggo

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The Flying Swan

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The Yorkshire Cannonball

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The Tourminator

Question 33

Which British cycling team did Wiggins ride for when he won the Tour de France?

Accepted Answer

Team Sky

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Garmin-Sharp

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Movistar Team

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BMC Racing Team

Question 34

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of Wiggins' cycling style?

Accepted Answer

Aggressive sprinting

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Strong time-trialing ability

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Excellent climbing skills

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Exceptional endurance for long-distance events

Question 35

In which year did Wiggins become the first British rider to win the Tour de France?

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2012

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2011

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2013

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2014

Question 36

Which of the following is considered Wiggins' most notable legacy in British cycling?

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Inspiring a new generation of cyclists

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Raising the profile of the sport

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Improving infrastructure for cyclists

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Establishing a dominant British team at the Tour de France

Question 37

What unique training method did Wiggins employ in preparation for Tour de France time trials?

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He practiced on a custom-built indoor velodrome

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He used a revolutionary new type of bicycle

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He trained at high altitude to improve oxygen capacity

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He employed a team of nutritionists to optimize his diet

Question 38

Which major obstacle did Wiggins face during his cycling career?

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Doping allegations

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Persistent injuries

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Lack of support from British Cycling

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Financial difficulties

Question 39

Which year marks Bradley Wiggins' historic victory in the Tour de France?

Accepted Answer

2012

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2018

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2016

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2014

Question 40

Identify the primary cycling disciplines in which Bradley Wiggins excelled:

Accepted Answer

Track and road cycling

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Cyclo-cross

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BMX

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Mountain biking

Question 41

Which British cycling team was Bradley Wiggins affiliated with during his professional cycling career?

Accepted Answer

Team Sky

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Movistar Team

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Quick-Step Alpha Vinyl Team

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Ineos Grenadiers

Question 42

What is Bradley Wiggins' well-known nickname?

Accepted Answer

Wiggo

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The Bulldog

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The Yorkshireman

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The Lionheart

Question 43

What prestigious honor did Bradley Wiggins receive in recognition of his exceptional achievements in cycling?

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Knighthood

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OBE

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CBE

Question 44

What stands as Bradley Wiggins' most remarkable cycling achievement?

Accepted Answer

Winning the Tour de France and the Olympic time trial in the same year

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Winning the individual pursuit gold medal in two consecutive Olympics

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Winning the Tour de France three times

Question 45

Which of the following is NOT a major achievement by Sir Bradley Wiggins?

Accepted Answer

Winning the Giro d'Italia

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Winning four Olympic gold medals

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Breaking the world hour record

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Winning the Tour de France

Question 46

In what year did Sir Bradley Wiggins triumph in the Tour de France?

Accepted Answer

2012

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2014

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2016

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2010

Question 47

Which team represented Sir Bradley Wiggins when he claimed victory in the Tour de France?

Accepted Answer

Team Sky

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BMC Racing Team

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Garmin-Sharp

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Movistar Team

Question 48

What prestigious award did Sir Bradley Wiggins receive in 2012?

Accepted Answer

BBC Sports Personality of the Year

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Olympic Gold Medal

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Tour de France Yellow Jersey

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Laureus World Sportsman of the Year

Question 49

In which year did Bradley Wiggins become the first British cyclist to win the Tour de France?

Accepted Answer

2012

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2014

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2010

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2016

Question 50

What was Bradley Wiggins' highest world ranking in road cycling?

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1st

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10th

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3rd

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5th

Question 51

Which of these awards did Bradley Wiggins receive for his cycling achievements?

Accepted Answer

BBC Sports Personality of the Year

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Laureus World Sports Award

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Knight Bachelor

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International Olympic Committee (IOC) President's Trophy

Question 52

What nickname was given to Bradley Wiggins because of his distinctive sideburns?

Accepted Answer

Badger

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Wombat

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Bear

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Fox

Question 53

In which year did Bradley Wiggins retire from professional cycling?

Accepted Answer

2016

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2014

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2018

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2012

Question 54

What is the title of Bradley Wiggins' autobiography?

Accepted Answer

My Time

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In the Zone

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Chasing Glory

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The Yellow Jersey

Question 55

Which of these is a major way Bradley Wiggins contributed to cycling?

Accepted Answer

He inspired a new generation of British cyclists.

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He created a new cycling training program.

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He founded a major cycling team.

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He invented a new type of racing bike.