UPSC Prelims 2021
Art & Culture
Consider the following statements in respect of the Laureus World Sports Award which was instituted in the year 2000:
1. American golfer Tiger Woods was the first winner of this award.
2. The award was received mostly by ‘Formula One’ players so far.
3. Roger Federer received this award maximum number of times compared to others.
Which of the above statements are correct?
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct: American golfer Tiger Woods was the first winner of Laureus World Sports Award. Statement 2 is incorrect: Tennis players have received more Laureus World Sports Awards compared to other sports. Statement 3 is correct: Roger Federer received this award a maximum number of times compared to others.