Test your knowledge of the incredible capabilities of the human body. (Image credit: Alan Thornton/Getty Images)
The human body is an amazing machine, and this is best demonstrated by sports competitions and records. With each passing decade, athletes overcome new frontiers: improving speed, building strength, increasing endurance, surpassing previous world achievements and setting new standards for the next generations. These people embody the idea of the limitless human potential, becoming a source of motivation for millions.
How knowledgeable are you about outstanding sporting achievements? Take our quiz to assess your knowledge of sports records.
There are 10 questions covering the limits of physical ability, from the fastest 100m sprint to the longest time spent underwater without air. We know there's a lot of data and numbers here, but hit the yellow button for helpful hints!
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