Triumph in the Face of Adversity: Famous Sports Comebacks

Getty Images: Steve Powell / Staff

Triumph in the Face of Adversity: Famous Sports Comebacks

Get ready to test your knowledge about some of the most thrilling and unforgettable sports comebacks in history. From nail-biting basketball games to miraculous football victories, these games have left fans on the edge of their seats. Were you paying attention when underdogs triumphed against all odds? This trivia quiz will take you through ten instances where athletes and teams mounted impressive and inspiring comebacks, forever etching their names in the annals of sports. So put your thinking cap on, and let's see if you can remember the details of these epic moments that have left a lasting impression in sporting history. Whether you're a seasoned sports aficionado or a casual fan, these questions promise to entertain and stump you in equal measure!

Which tennis player came back from two sets down to win the 1984 French Open final against Ivan Lendl?

Which soccer team overturned a 4-0 first-leg deficit to defeat FC Barcelona in the 2017-18 UEFA Champions League quarter-finals?

Which ice hockey team won the 2014 NHL Western Conference Final after trailing 3-0 in the series against the San Jose Sharks?

Which baseball team overcame a 3-0 deficit in the 2004 ALCS to defeat the New York Yankees?

Which college football team came back from a 31-point deficit in the 2006 Insight Bowl to defeat the University of Minnesota?

In which year did the Miracle on Ice occur, where the USA men's ice hockey team defeated the Soviet Union?

Who became the first golfer to overcome a 6-shot deficit in the final round to win the Masters Tournament in 1996?

Which rugby team completed the biggest comeback in Rugby World Cup history by overturning a 32-0 halftime deficit against Australia in 1999?

In the 2016 NBA Finals, which team came back from a 3-1 series deficit to win the championship against the Golden State Warriors?

In Super Bowl LI, which team overcame a 28-3 deficit to win against the Atlanta Falcons?

Triumph in the Face of Adversity: Famous Sports Comebacks

Your score:

You got 0 correct out of 20!

Patrick Scaff


Did you know
The NHL has had several expansion teams over the years, including the Vegas Golden Knights and Seattle Kraken.
The MLB was founded in 1903 and is the oldest of the four major professional sports leagues in the United States and Canada.
The NHL has had many memorable games, including the "Miracle on Ice" during the 1980 Winter Olympics.
The MLB has a significant impact on American culture, with baseball often called the national pastime.