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556.
Who won the FIDE World Junior Rapid Chess Championship in Sardinia, Italy?
Raunak Sadhwani
Nesterov Arseniy
Dimitris Alexakis
Tobias Koelle
Answer: Option
Explanation:
At the FIDE World Junior Rapid Chess Championship held in Sardinia, Italy, Grandmaster Raunak Sadhwani emerged victorious by securing a total of 8.5 points over 11 rounds, clinching the championship ahead of Russia's Arseniy Nesterov, who accumulated 8 points. Govhar Beydullayeva of Azerbaijan won the gold medals in the open and girls sections of the FIDE World Junior Rapid Chess Championship 2023.

557.
Who was named the ICC Men's 'Player of the Month' for September 2023, recognizing his outstanding cricketing performance?
Virat Kohli
Shubman Gill
Rohit Sharma
Ravindra Jadeja
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Shubman Gill, representing India, was named the ICC Men's 'Player of the Month' for September 2023 in recognition of his exceptional cricketing performance.

558.
Who is the former England captain who announced his retirement from cricket?
Alastair Cook
Joe Root
Ben Stokes
Eoin Morgan
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Alastair Cook, the former England captain, announced his retirement from cricket, ending a remarkable career.

559.
Who unveiled the mascot for the upcoming Women's Asian Champions Trophy 2023?
Dato Tayyab Ikram
Padma Shri Dr. Dilip Tirkey
Bhola Nath Singh
Hemant Soren
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Hemant Soren, the Chief Minister of Jharkhand, unveiled the mascot 'Juhi' for the Women’s Asian Champions Trophy 2023 in a ceremony held in Ranchi, Jharkhand.

560.
What sport is set to be included in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, following the recommendation accepted by the International Olympic Committee (IOC)?
T20 cricket
Kabaddi
Flag football
Squash
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has accepted the recommendation to include T20 cricket in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, marking a significant development for the sport.