In a game where the odds are rarely in my favor, I rise like a phoenix. Often the last pick, yet I can surprise the best. What am I?
Category: Sports · Difficulty: hard
Hint: This term is often used in tournaments to describe unexpected success.
Answer
Cinderella team
Explanation
A 'Cinderella team' refers to an underdog team that achieves unexpected success in a tournament.
This is a hard sports riddle — a tricky one that takes a little thought. The answer is Cinderella team.
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