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Why do people enjoy watching sports?
Sport is unpredictable and emotional. Fans feel part of a team, and the shared excitement of a match brings strangers together in a way that few other activities can.
Is it good for children to compete in sports?
Competition can motivate them and teach them to handle both winning and losing. However, too much pressure may spoil their enjoyment, so parents should focus on effort, not only results.
Do you think professional athletes are paid too much?
Their salaries are very high compared to nurses or teachers, but they bring in huge revenue through sponsors and television rights. Still, I think society should value essential jobs more.
How can governments encourage people to do more sport?
By building affordable facilities, organising public events and making physical education a serious school subject. Making sport accessible is more effective than advertising campaigns.
Do big sporting events like the Olympics benefit the host country?
They can bring tourism, jobs and national pride. But the cost of stadiums is enormous, and if buildings are not used afterwards, the benefits are not so clear.
Useful vocabulary
- competitive spirit — the desire to win
- sponsorship — money from companies for support
- professional athlete — someone paid to play sport
- revenue — money received
- facilities — buildings and equipment for an activity
- national pride — feeling proud of your country
- fair play — following the rules honestly
Tips for this topic
- Present both sides, then give your own view.
- Use comparisons with “compared to”.
- Link ideas with “but” and “however” to sound balanced.
Study guides
How Is IELTS Scored in Speaking and Writing? Criteria, Weighting and Rounding
The short answer first, then the Speaking and Writing criteria tables, how Task 1 and Task 2 combine and how the overall band is rounded.
IELTS Speaking Band Descriptors Explained in Plain English
The IELTS Speaking test is marked on four criteria. Here is what each one means at bands 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9, with short examples you can compare with your own answers.
IELTS Speaking Part 2: How Many Minutes to Speak (With a Practice Timer)
How long Part 2 lasts (1 minute to prepare, 1–2 minutes to speak), a practice timer, a four-step structure and a model answer.