| Answer | Crossword Clue |
|---|---|
| CHESSMATCHES | Contests with knights |
| DUELS | Contests with pistols |
| BEES | Spelling contests with buzzers? |
| PAGEANTS | Contests with fair competition? |
| ARMSRACES | Contests with no ultimate winner, hopefully |
| ROADEOS | Motor contests with a portmanteau name |
