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Thursday 25 June 2026

This page records the questions, correct answers and explanations from this completed daily round.

Which English city hosted the 2012 Summer Olympics?

Answer: C: London

London hosted the Summer Olympics for the third time in 2012, having previously hosted them in 1908 and 1948.

Answer: C: Nico Rosberg

Nico Rosberg won the 2016 Formula One World Championship, his first and only championship title, before retiring.

Answer: United Kingdom

The 2012 Summer Olympics were held in London, United Kingdom.

Answer: The Office

Tim Canterbury and David Brent are prominent characters in the UK version of 'The Office'.

Answer: Winston Smith

Winston Smith is the main character in Orwell's dystopian novel '1984', where he navigates a totalitarian regime.

Answer: Pacific Ocean

The Pacific Ocean is the largest and deepest ocean, covering more than 63 million square miles.

Answer: Edgar Wright

Edgar Wright directed the three films known collectively as the 'Cornetto Trilogy'.

Answer: Blackstar

'Blackstar' was released just two days before Bowie's death, and it has been interpreted as a farewell to his fans.

Answer: Cristiano Ronaldo

Cristiano Ronaldo holds the record for the most goals scored in UEFA Champions League history.

Answer: B: Sally Gunnell

Sally Gunnell set the world record in the 400m hurdles in 1992, which stood for several years.