Nehal Hashmi was appointed as the Governor of Sindh following the recommendation of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and the approval of President Asif Ali Zardari. Kamran Tessori was the predecessor in this position. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1981259/pm-shehbaz-recommends-pml-ns-nehal-hashmi-as-sindh-governor, 12 Mar 2026]
432
Which of the following statements regarding the prize money dispute is INCORRECT?
The statement that players consider the current distribution fair is incorrect, as the entire premise of the dispute and the threat of a boycott is based on the players' belief that the current distribution is unfair. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1997810/players-would-boycott-french-open-over-prize-money-dispute-says-sabalenka, 05 May 2026]
433
Which tennis player publicly stated that players might boycott the French Open to fight for their rights regarding prize money?
Aryna Sabalenka, the women's world number one, explicitly mentioned the possibility of a boycott during the Italian Open in May 2026. While Coco Gauff supported the sentiment, Sabalenka was the primary figure who articulated the boycott threat to the media. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1997810/players-would-boycott-french-open-over-prize-money-dispute-says-sabalenka, 05 May 2026]
434
Consider the following statements about the 2026 French Open prize money dispute:
1. Aryna Sabalenka indicated that a boycott is a potential strategy to secure better rights.
2. The current prize money allocation is approximately 22 percent of the total tournament revenue.
3. Coco Gauff highlighted that many players ranked between 50 and 200 struggle financially.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statement 1 is correct as Sabalenka voiced the boycott threat. Statement 3 is correct as Gauff noted the financial struggles of lower-ranked players. Statement 2 is incorrect because the current allocation is less than 15 percent, not 22 percent (which is the target demand). [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1997810/players-would-boycott-french-open-over-prize-money-dispute-says-sabalenka, 05 May 2026]
435
The total prize money offered at the French Open in 2026 is:
The French Open prize money for 2026 was increased by 9.5 percent to reach a total of 61.7 million euros. The other figures represent different currencies or amounts associated with other Grand Slam tournaments. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1997810/players-would-boycott-french-open-over-prize-money-dispute-says-sabalenka, 05 May 2026]
436
What percentage of tournament revenue are the players demanding to receive as prize money at the French Open?
The players are demanding 22 percent of the tournament revenue to match the standards set by ATP and WTA 1000 events. They currently receive less than 15 percent, which is the core of the financial dispute. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1997810/players-would-boycott-french-open-over-prize-money-dispute-says-sabalenka, 05 May 2026]
437
Who is the head coach of the Belgium national football team as referenced in the 2026 World Cup coverage?
Rudi Garcia is identified as the coach who made a triple substitution during the match against Iran. The other individuals listed are players. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2009791/iran-frustrate-star-studded-belgium-to-steal-another-world-cup-point, 21 Jun 2026]
438
Which of the following statements regarding the Iran vs. Belgium match on June 21, 2026, is INCORRECT?
Belgium was reduced to 10 men after Nathan Ngoy was sent off, making the statement that they played with 11 men incorrect. All other options accurately describe the events of the match. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2009791/iran-frustrate-star-studded-belgium-to-steal-another-world-cup-point, 21 Jun 2026]
439
Who is the oldest coach to ever appear at the FIFA World Cup finals, as noted during the 2026 tournament?
Dick Advocaat, aged 78, holds the record as the oldest coach to appear at the World Cup finals. Julian Nagelsmann is the current coach of the German national team. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2007821/germany-hammer-world-cup-debutants-curacao-after-early-scare, 14 Jun 2026]
440
Manuel Neuer achieved a milestone in the 2026 World Cup by becoming the oldest German player to appear in a World Cup, participating in his:
Manuel Neuer, at age 40, reached the milestone of playing in his fifth global tournament. This distinguishes him as the oldest German player to ever appear in the competition. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2007821/germany-hammer-world-cup-debutants-curacao-after-early-scare, 14 Jun 2026]
