I paint a field with my bright hues, signaling the start of a contest. What am I?
Category: Sports · Difficulty: medium
Hint: Consider what marks the beginning of a race.
Answer
A starting flag
Explanation
A starting flag is used to signal the commencement of a race in various sports.
This is a medium sports riddle — a moderate challenge for most people. The answer is A starting flag.
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