General knowledge question

Which British athlete won the 2008 Olympic gold medal in the men's decathlon?

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Correct answer

Daley Thompson

Daley Thompson is a renowned British decathlete who won gold in the 1980 and 1984 Olympics, but he did not win in 2008.

This question appeared in the Wizzy Quiz round for Thursday 30 July 2026.

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