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Top 20 most intriguing Bobsleigh trivia questions to ask using LivePolls

Bobsleigh, also known as bobsledding, is a thrilling winter sport that has been around for over a century. It involves teams of two or four people who ride a small sled down an icy track, competing against each other for the fastest time. The sport requires teamwork, skill, and a lot of bravery to navigate the tight turns and reach speeds of up to 120 km/h. Although the sport originated in Switzerland in the late 19th century, it quickly spread to other parts of Europe and eventually to other countries around the world. Today, bobsleigh remains a popular sport, with international competitions held every winter in Europe, North America, and Asia. Now, let's test your knowledge of this thrilling sport with this bobsleigh trivia template!


1) What is an event in Bobsleigh?

  • Downhill skiing
  • Track cycling
  • Individual luge
  • Bobsleigh

2) Who is credited with inventing the bobsleigh?

  • Eugenio Monti
  • Charles Munck
  • Leonardo da Vinci
  • Pierre de Coubertin

3) What is the minimum weight required to compete in bobsleigh?

  • 80 kg
  • 90 kg
  • 100 kg
  • 110 kg

4) What are the two elements of a bobsleigh team?

  • Driver and two brakeswomen
  • Driver and four brakemen
  • Driver and two brakemen
  • Driver and four brakeswomen

5) What is the height of the wooden wall at the start of a bobsleigh track?

  • 2 metres
  • 3 metres
  • 4 metres
  • 5 metres

6) What is the minimum height required to compete in bobsleigh?

  • 140 cm
  • 145 cm
  • 150 cm
  • 155 cm

7) What are the two most important bobsleigh equipment components?

  • Brake and runners
  • Helmets and suits
  • Shoes and helmets
  • Runners and suits

8) How much did the first bobsleigh track cost to build?

  • £100,000
  • £500,000
  • £1 million
  • £2 million

9) What is the length of a bobsleigh track?

  • 500 metres
  • 1000 metres
  • 1500 metres
  • 2000 metres

10) What is the average speed of a bobsleigh?

  • 80 km/h
  • 90 km/h
  • 100 km/h
  • 110 km/h

11) How often do bobsleigh teams compete?

  • Quarterly
  • Semi-annually
  • Annually
  • Bi-annually

12) What is the starting position of a bobsleigh team?

  • Standing upright
  • Lying down
  • Sitting on the sled
  • Standing on the sled

13) How many people are in a two-person bobsleigh team?

  • 2
  • 3
  • 4
  • 5

14) What is the seat of a bobsleigh called?

  • Pilot
  • Driver
  • Steerer
  • Garboard

15) How many bobsleigh runs do teams race in each event?

  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • 4

16) What is the maximum weight of a bobsleigh?

  • 240kg
  • 300kg
  • 360kg
  • 420kg

17) What is the minimum age to compete in bobsleigh?

  • 14
  • 16
  • 18
  • 20

18) What is the minimum length of a bobsleigh track?

  • 750 metres
  • 1000 metres
  • 1250 metres
  • 1500 metres

19) How many turns does the average bobsleigh track have?

  • 5
  • 10
  • 15
  • 20

20) What are the official bobsleigh events?

  • Two-person and four-person
  • Two-person and six-person
  • Four-person and six-person
  • Two-person and eight-person

Top 3 reasons to use our free Bobsleigh Trivia Template

1) Learn about the history and rules of the bobsleigh discipline.

2) Test your knowledge by answering questions about facts and figures in this fast-paced sport.

3) Challenge your friends and family to a bobsleigh trivia-hosted competition.