Weekly sports quiz: World Cup, Test cricket and Wimbledon

The World Athletics Championships concluded on August 27, 2023, in Budapest, Hungary, with the United States topping the medal table with 29 medals, including 12 golds. Noah Lyles of the USA secured his third consecutive 200m world title, clocking 19.52 seconds. In women's events, Faith Kipyegon of Kenya defended her 1500m title, and Shericka Jackson of Jamaica won the 200m gold in a championship record of 21.41 seconds. The championships saw a record 40 national records set across the nine days of competition.

In cricket, the Ashes series between England and Australia finished on July 31, 2023, with the series drawn 2-2 after a thrilling final Test at The Oval. Australia retained the Ashes as the previous holders. Usman Khawaja was named Player of the Series for Australia, scoring 496 runs, while England's Ben Stokes also delivered a captain's performance. The series was marked by exceptional individual performances and close contests, drawing significant viewership.