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A "sport" in which neither the spectators nor the participants know the score or the leader until the contest ends. What is it?

Boxing, MMA

Why this works

This riddle plays on the concept of sports where the outcome is not revealed until the very end, which is particularly true for boxing and mixed martial arts (MMA). In these sports, the score is not typically announced during the match, and spectators and fighters alike must wait until the final bell or decision to find out who won. The clever twist is that it uses the term "sport" to refer to these competitions, highlighting the anticipation that builds as the event unfolds, making the eventual reveal of the score a thrilling moment.

Common Wrong Answers

“Soccer”

In soccer, the score is visible on the scoreboard and known to both spectators and players throughout the match.

“Basketball”

Basketball has a scoreboard that displays the score in real-time, allowing both players and fans to know the current status of the game.

“Tennis”

Tennis matches have a visible score, and both competitors and spectators can see who is leading and by how much during the match.

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