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Sunday 26 July 2026

This page records the questions, correct answers and explanations from this completed daily round.

In the TV series 'Sherlock', who portrays Sherlock Holmes?

Answer: Benedict Cumberbatch

Benedict Cumberbatch plays Sherlock Holmes in the modern adaptation of Arthur Conan Doyle's stories in the series 'Sherlock'.

Answer: Queen

'Bohemian Rhapsody' is one of Queen's most iconic songs, released in 1975 on their album 'A Night at the Opera.'

Answer: The Shawshank Redemption

Andy Dufresne is the protagonist in 'The Shawshank Redemption' who escapes after years of wrongful incarceration.

Answer: Scotland

Scotland has the longest coastline of any country in the UK, due to its numerous islands and inlets.

Answer: Mitochondria

Mitochondria are often referred to as the powerhouse of the cell because they produce ATP, the energy currency.

Answer: Heisenberg

Walter White adopts the alias 'Heisenberg' as he descends deeper into the world of drug manufacturing.

Answer: Hawkins

'Stranger Things' is set in the fictional town of Hawkins, Indiana.

Answer: Ed Sheeran

Ed Sheeran is a prominent British singer-songwriter known for his chart-topping singles.

Answer: Michael Phelps

Michael Phelps won 8 gold medals at the 2008 Beijing Olympics, the most golds ever won in a single Olympic Games.

Answer: Inca

Machu Picchu was built by the Inca civilization in the 15th century, and it is located in present-day Peru.