SPORTS TALK

The Puzzlemaster Presents

Will Shortz

What common term, in two different senses, is used in each of the following pairs of sports or games?

1. Baseball and Bowling

2. Golf and Badminton

3. Football and Fishing

4. Golf and Poker

5. Ice hockey and Chess

6. Weightlifting and Basketball

7. Horse racing and Pool

8. Bridge and Baseball

9. Wrestling, Bowling, and Golf

Answers:

 

1. Strike

2. Birdie

3. Tackle

4. Chip 

5. Check

6. Press

7. Scratch

8. Grand slam

9. Pin