Drugs in Sport - Performers and Sport Flashcards
What are some reasons why doping should be allowed for sport and performer combined
(get a pen and paper because there are quite a few
-Athletes take drugs for medical reasons
-Costly and time-consuming
-Athletes have right to their own body
-Some athlete are hard to access
-Levels the playing field
-Doping can be monitored by doctor
-Dopers are ahead of the testers
-Raise performance standards
-Money could be spent in other initiatives like grassroots
What are some reasons why doping shouldNOT be allowed for sport and performer combined
(get a pen and paper because, there are quite a few btw)
-Damages reputation for performer
-Creates negative role models
-Loss of integrity for the sport
-Success should be about hard work
-Wealthier countries have an unfair advantage
-Risk of punishments:
-loss of sponsors
-loss of funding to the sport
-stripping of medals
-Health risks and side effects