Which of the following sports is not included in Olympic 2028?

General Knowledge Sports Difficulty: Medium
Choose an option
  • A
    Cycling
  • B
    Billiards
  • C
    Golf
  • D
    Handball
  • E
    Fencing

Answer

Correct Answer: Billiards

Explanation

### Concept & Olympic Sports Roster The International Olympic Committee (IOC) approves a core list of sports for the Summer Games and allows the local organizing committee (host city) to propose additional sports for their specific iteration of the Games. ### Step-by-Step Solution * **Cycling, Golf, Handball, and Fencing:** These are established Olympic sports that are part of the traditional core program and will be featured in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. * **Billiards:** Cue sports like Billiards and Snooker have long campaigned for Olympic inclusion but are historically not included and did not make the LA 2028 Olympic program. * Note: The LA 2028 special additions actually include cricket, squash, flag football, lacrosse, and baseball/softball. ### Exam Strategy & Shortcut Billiards is not a traditional Olympic sport. When asked to find the odd one out in Olympic events, look for indoor leisure, motorized, or cue sports, which frequently fail to make the final rigorous athletic roster. ### Common Pitfall Confusing the rosters of other international multi-sport events like the Asian Games or World Games (where cue sports have sometimes featured) with the strict Olympic roster. ### Final Answer Therefore, the correct answer is **Billiards**.
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