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301.
Who has been selected to receive the Bob Jones Award, the highest honour bestowed by the United States Golf Association (USGA)?
Phil Mickelson
Rory McIlroy
Tiger Woods
Jack Nicklaus
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Tiger Woods, renowned for his exceptional golf career with 15 major championships and 82 PGA Tour victories, has been honoured with the Bob Jones Award for his sportsmanship, respect for golf traditions, and extensive philanthropic contributions through his foundation, the TGR Foundation. This award reflects Woods' holistic impact on the sport, acknowledging both his on-course achievements and off-course endeavours.

302.
Which city has been announced as the host of the 2027 World Athletics Championships by the World Athletics Council?
London
Tokyo
Beijing
New Delhi
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The World Athletics Council has selected Beijing, China, to host the 2027 World Athletics Championships. This decision was made at the 234th World Athletics Council Meeting held in Glasgow, preceding the World Athletics Indoor Championships, which will be held from 1st to 3rd March.

303.
Who released the book titled 'FIH Odisha Hockey Men’s World Cup 2023'?
Rahul Gandhi
Naveen Patnaik
Arvind Kejriwal
Mamata Banerjee
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik released the coffee table book titled 'FIH Odisha Hockey Men’s World Cup 2023'. This book, published by Sportstar, captures the essence and excitement of the 15th FIH Odisha Hockey Men’s World Cup held in 2023, highlighting the state's commitment to promoting sports, particularly hockey.

304.
At which location did Dhinidhi Desinghu clock the 'Best India Time' in the girl's 100m Freestyle event?
Philippines
India
China
Japan
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Dhinidhi Desinghu achieved the 'Best India Time' in the girl's 100m Freestyle event at the 11th Asian Group Aquatics Championships in the Philippines. She set a new Indian record of 57.33 seconds, surpassing the previous record set by Kenisha Gupta.

305.
Who smashed the fastest T20 International (T20I) century in cricketing history?
Kushal Malla
Rohit Sharma
Jan Nicol Loftie-Eaton
David Miller
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Jan Nicol Loftie-Eaton's record-breaking century in T20I cricket, achieved in just 33 deliveries, stands as a testament to his extraordinary batting prowess. Representing Namibia, Loftie-Eaton's blistering innings not only set a new milestone but also played a pivotal role in his team's formidable total against Nepal. This remarkable feat, accomplished during a match against Nepal in the Tri-Nation series, demonstrates Loftie-Eaton's exceptional power-hitting abilities and places him in cricketing history.