Sport Crossword — 28 August 2026

Across

1. 1. Athlete who performs on the balance beam and vault (7)
2. 5. Event featured in the Summer Olympics since 1896. (8)
3. 10. Extreme sport on wheels often performed in parks and ramps. (10)
4. 11. Strategic board game involving kings and queens (5)
5. 13. Competitor in sports or physical activities (7)
6. 14. Challenging outdoor activity involving ascents on natural surfaces (12)
7. 16. Sport known for its oval ball and tackles galore. (5)
8. 19. Game played on grass, clay, or hard courts with rackets (6)
9. 20. Fast-paced game played on ice or field with sticks and a puck or ball. (6)
10. 21. Sport involving horses and riders, often in competition (10)
11. 22. Sport where opponents grapple for victory on a mat (9)

Down

1. 2. Winter sport that involves sliding down snow-covered slopes (6)
2. 3. Sport known for its tackling and 13-player teams (11)
3. 4. Team game where players avoid being hit by balls thrown at them. (9)
4. 5. Fast-paced indoor game with rackets and a small ball (6)
5. 6. Endurance event combining swimming, cycling and running (9)
6. 7. Popular bat-and-ball game with home runs and strikes. (8)
7. 8. Martial art known for its striking and kicking techniques (6)
8. 9. Sport involving swords and protective gear (7)
9. 12. Sport involving wind and water, often raced competitively. (7)
10. 15. Popular bat-and-ball game with the Ashes series (7)
11. 17. Sport played on a court with hoops at each end (10)
12. 18. Sport that includes disciplines like figure and speed. (7)