Do records mean less now?
Discussion statements | This is for ages 10 to 13
Technology and equipment in sport have improved a lot over time, which has helped athletes train better and perform at higher levels.
Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Explain why
"New equipment makes breaking records easier, so now world records will be less impressive."
Tell us what you think
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I [agree / disagree] with the statement because [your reason]. For example, [give an example from sport]. However, others might feel that [an opposite view].
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I partly agree with the statement because modern equipment can give athletes an advantage that didn't exist before. New shoes, bikes or swimmsuits can reduce effort and improve speed, which makes breaking records easier than in the past. For example, advanced running shoes have helped many athletes run faster times. However, others might think that world records are still impressive because the equipment alone isn't enough. Athletes still need strong skills -like strength and endurance- discipline and years of training to reach that level.
I agree because, new records are not only about the equipments or technology you use, it's also about the person who is doing the sport itself.For example, a successful swimmer isn't only successful because of the swim fin or the swim suit, I mean, they indeed help but the source of this while thing is the swimming itself, which is done by the swimmer, after training for years and maybe also decades, and same with football players, tennis, baseball, and so much more.
To conclude, sports isn't ONLY about the equipments you use, it's also about you, the main source, the power, the swimmer, football, tennis, baseball, basketball player. And that's it, I really liked your comment, fairminded_fly.
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I agree because yes modern technology gives people an edge but talent does matter a LOT so it's still hard to break a record even if it is a little easier.
I don't agree with you, because lots of records are still now and they are almost impossible to break. One thing is technology, which we all agree is a little advantage and other very different thing is possibly genetic, which helps a lot athletes because they don't have to train that much and they can focus on other things. In my opinion records need to have the same importance as before because if not athletes cannot be considered the best in their sports.
It depends because if it was popping the most balloons it wouldn’t matter as much as running the furthest in one day
I agree with you on this.
in what way do you agree, hopeful_crab?
I concur to aforementioned point. Introducing new equipment especially ones that enhance an athletes capabilities makes it easy to break world records. If you have noticed, people are no longer impressed by world records anymore because we have imbibed things like aerodynamic bicycles (for speed cycling records), carbon fiber shoes( for running and sprinting) and many others. Back in the days, world records were all about raw skill and real human ingenuity. World records were impressive in those days because participants trained in an uncomfortable manner which built resistance and determination for winning. We should try our very best to put aside some of these equipment so the excitement will be back.
I agree with your argument but I would like to add that we should keep in mind that although there are more technological advancements in these modern times, there was always some sort of advancements , such as new sport shoes and sports clothes. So yes, "New equipment makes breaking records easier, so now world records will be less impressive." but there was always 'New equipment'.
I disagree because this is a new age and new generation, records do not mean less and nowadays .People think it is just technology that makes the athletes to become better immediately ,when in reality it is actually still the athletes raw ability. Records involving athleticism can't even be allowed if it was just direct technology which suddenly made the athletes faster or stronger ,for example a basketball player tries jumping and tracks down his movements with technology and analyses the data, he will improve on his jumping skills with extreme training not just be able to jump higher immediately. It is still involving raw human ability, but with better information about your improvement.
You're right. Technology is a catalyst for training. It only helps to speed up your improvement with better feedback. Athletes are still the ones running on the track for to win the record, not the technology.
Good point. Tech can help athletes analyze performance, but it doesn't completely replace their hard work. Plastic/polyester running shoes are far better than sandals used by ancient Greek Olympian runners, yet it doesn't seem to stop our admiration to the efforts the modern runners put on. As equipment and tech have always improved across history, why do you think some people now feel modern records are less impressive than before?
Breaking a world record brings attention and excitement to the sport, it's great PR so it makes sense for new technology to be introduced and allowed.
This is a good point @pioneering_squid - I agree that breaking a world record is great for PR. Can you say more about about when it makes sense to introduce and allow new technology?
I agree with this statement because, you getting a world record is just a symbol or a way of showing people all the effort you put into attaining the record. Wining the game is about earning the victory. Would you prefer to work hard for something or have it given to you on a silver platter? Speaking for myself, I would prefer to earn it than to be given because anytime I look at the record, I would remember the effort I put into attaining it and how I would've encouraged other people which will make me feel better of myself.
For example, in a sport like football. You spend your whole time practising for a big game, you put in all your best and in the end you are emerged as the winner, it doesn't just make you happy, it makes you feel validated. On another hand, if another player who uses some equipment or gadget wins. It leaves who actually put in effort feeling down and sad.
This is an interesting point about fairness in sport. Can you give an example of when one sportsperson won over another because of the equipment or gadgets they used?
One sportsperson who won because of the equipment used was Chris Boardman's 4 kilometre Individual Pursuit gold medal at the 1992 Barcelona Olympics. He rode the revolutionary Lotus Type 108 bicycle, a carbon fibre monocoque bike that was significantly more aerodynamic than the equipment used by his competition. In the finals, he was way faster than the reigning world champion, Jens Lehmann, that he caught and overtook him before the race was over, a very rare occurrence in elite pursuit cycling.
Interesting, thanks for sharing!
i agree that technology helps athletes perform better because better equipment and training tools help improve and break records. However, this can make record mean less because athletes in the past did not have the same technology and this can make older records less fair to compare.
I do not agree with some people because you do not use technology for lot of things i only use it for watching or see how to make things .
Can you say more about this?
I agree with this statement because modern technology can give athletes advantage that didn`t exist before. New boots, bike, swimmsuits can improve speeds. Athletes still need strong skills like strength and endurance, discipline and years of training to reach that level.
You are right, placid_statement - athletes still need years of training. But if expensive equipment can improve performance, do you think this makes new world records less impressive?
Yes, expensive equipment can make a new world record feel more impressive to many people because it shifts part of the achievement from human performance to technological advantage. However, the records still matters historically, scientifically and how context determine how the record is judged.
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Records aren't as impressive as they used to be. But this idea doesn't convey the whole truth,,, So I this disagree with this statement.
From my view point, the reason I disagree is precisely,
Firstly, the expansion of human limits doesn't stop at any single moment. Improved equipment helps to reveal human potential more clearly. No matter how good the shoes are, it's impossible to break a world record without hard work and talent.
Another reason for my view is that the function of Technology is only to perfect the ability. Equipment helps the athlete's own physical ability to reach its maximum limit. For example, the advanced running shoe of 2026 will reduce the energy waste of a skilled athlete, giving him a few milliseconds of advantage.
However, others might think that new challenges are also born. While modern equipment increases the opportunity to break records, the quality of competition has also increased manifold. Again, research has shown that half of the improvement in world records comes from the technology,, but the other half comes from the athlete's own physical improvement, diet and mental toughness to embrace new challenges.
So,while new equipment makes breaking world records easier, it doesn't make the records any less impressive. Rather, they are a continuous progression of human ability,,, where technology and human labor together reach new heights. This reveals a unique combination of Human ability and Modern science.....
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You are raising a very good point about the "quality of competition having increased manifold". So, if the quality has levelled up overall, and we can assume that athletes have similar access to modern equipment and are working on their physical improvement, diet etc., does it therefore mean that "new equipment makes breaking world records easier"? Can you say more about this?
In my view, the claim that "modern equipment makes breaking world records easier" doesn't fully reflect the reality.
The reasons behind my position are as follows;
First,due to the use of technology record breaking has become absolute in nature. For example, the time a runner achieved in the 1950's can now be surpassed even by an average modern athlete using carbon-plated shoes.
However,, in a relative sense, breaking records has not become significantly is easier. This is because when everyone has access to the best available Technology, the margin of victory shrinks from several seconds to mere milliseconds—or even nanoseconds. As a result, today's athletes must be more precise and alert than ever before.
My second perspective is that technology doesn't merely make running easier; it also elevates our standards of expectation. What was once considered "impossible" has now become achieved due to technology and advancement. According to the regulations of World Athletics, equipment significanty are strictly controlled to ensure that mechanical assistance doesn't overshadow human excellence.
In essence,, when technology helps remove physical limitations, the core contest is no longer about equipment alone; rather, it becomes a test of who can demonstrate superior mental control and strategical skill.
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I disagree that new equipments makes records less impressive. From my point of view, records always shows what human can achieve in a period of time, Not how they relate to the past. Equipments doesn't take away effort (when it is available for everyone), it makes the competition more tougher. When everyone of the athelete has access to better equipments, what really matters is the atheletes training, focus, hardwork, dedication and determination.
Im my opinion, Today atheletes faces more pressure compared to past. Every game/performance is watched, analyzed and compared. Nowadays breaking records not just requires physical strength, also the ability to handle expectation, and mental toughness, this makes modern records as impressive as old records.
I also feel that new equipment pressures atheletes to be more creative. They need to learn how to use it effectively, adjust the techniques to merge their skills with the equipments and optimize their performance. This not only require physical ability, it requires intelligence and strategy.
I also think progress in equipment is part of the sports( if it is accessed by everyone). Every generation had new, unique innovations that helped atheletes perform better. So records are not less valuable because of new tools, they are proof that humans keep pushing limits and improving.
Can you say more on what you mean by "intelligence and strategy"?
As I am not the person who posted this comment above I could give you an idea of what this person might've mean by "intelligence and strategy". If I had put intelligence and strategy in my comment, I would've meant the people being smart in what their sport is. The capabilities and mental of player is all they need to win in what their sport is. Intelligence could help your decision-making, and strategic planning help a player in whatever sport it is they are playing. I hope this helps on your question for the person above.
I’m kind of in the middle. Yes, new equipment and tech-assisted gear help athletes train better and achieve the goal of breaking records. But since it is related to the human body and physical strength, athletes still need to work hard. New equipment and technology help them train smarter, but using these cannot erase human effort. In my opinion, records are impressive in a different way, but they are not directly comparable to older ones and also records aren't fake now. Records are not just about numbers now. It’s not the numbers that matter, it’s about a human pushing the limits. For example, Usain Bolt, who holds the world record for being the fastest man of all time, ran in normal sprint spikes with no tech-assisted gear.
Can you explain what you mean by records previously being "fake"?
By “fake,” I was not implying deliberate cheating. I meant that some earlier records are less reliable due to weaker regulation, imprecise timing, and limited doping control. Modern records are verified under stricter standards, which makes them more credible, though not directly comparable to past ones.
I agree because modern equipment give more of an advantage for athletes.Like lets say new shoes or swimsuits but with them you can improve your speed.
Can you share some more examples of how modern equipment can support athletes?
Basically, the modern the equipment is, the best and the easier it support athletes.
For example:
If a player wears soccer shoes and another doesn't during playing soccer, it's obvious that the player with soccer shoes will play better than the one without soccer shoes.
Another example:
If a player wears swimming fins and another doesn't, it's even more obvious that the one with fins will swim better.
To conclude, modern equipment indeed makes the athletes or players play better or with better techniques
@daring_drawing - I understand your point, but what are your thoughts about whether or not these advances in technology makes the achievements of the athletes less impressive? Are you just as impressed by the soccer player with good shoes or the swimmer with fins? Does it make any difference to the sense of achievement?
i agree with this because technology and advanced equipment make athletes more skilled and do more records than their old ones.
I disagree with this statement , because although tech might make certain activities easier ,breaking world records still needs perseverance,grit and endurance. For example Kevin Kiptum beat the men's marathon world record but he was wearing Nike Alphafly 3 shoes, however it still took his own personal speed,stamina and perseverance.
Thanks for sharing this example with Kevin Kiptum. Can you share more about how important the shoes were for him in breaking the world record, compared with his training, endurance and race strategy? And was he the only one wearing this type of footwear?
Thanks for sharing this example with Kevin Kiptum. Can you share how important you think the shoes were in breaking the world record, compared with his training, endurance and race strategy? Was he the only one wearing similar footwear?
There were at least 5 other runners wearing these shoes but I think, though the shoes sped him up, he broke the record at Chicago due to his strategy, training and endurance.
In geography, we learned about symbiotic relationships were 2 organisms help each other (for example : bees help grow flowers and flowers provide food for bees). I think that in a way the shoes and the training/endurance have a symbiotic relationship because they both help each other.
In conclusion, I think Kevin Kiptum broke the record due to all 4 factors not just one.
Hi I'm easygoing_newspaper and i disagree with this statement because even though new equipment can make certain parts of sport easier breaking a word record is still extraordinary achievement that takes years of dedication .Technology might help athletes go faster of reduce drag or improve safety ,but it doesn't magically turn someone into a champion .Athletes still have to train every day , push through pain , stay mentally strong and compete under huge pressure. In fact, as equipment improves the standards rise too - meaning these athletes must work harder to stand out .Records have always change with time: tracks got smoother ,skis got lighter, icer inks became better and coaching got more scientific , Yet every generation still respect its Record breakers because they are the ones who push limits of what humans can do .Instead of making records less impressive new equipment simply shift the challenge .Athletes must learn to master the new tools adapt their technique and still outperform everyone else. That combination of talent effort and innovation is what makes a record truly impressive , no matter what type of equipment you use.
I agree with this statement because techs helps athletes improve their routine and help them score higher points, not just making it useful, but powerful if used correctly and in the terms of the sports rules.
For example: using a breathing monitor as well as a heart rate one which can notice a sudden buff or drop that would lead to death or medical conditions that would notify the coach and the judges if in competitions to stop the athlete from competing
Others may disagree because some teams don't have the available money for these certain device, lowering the score at the end.
Something both sides will agree on that sports need pure skill by discipline not artificial interaction.
An interesting point, looking at training rather than enhanced performance - do you have any examples of this?
I agree with the statement that new equiptment makes breaking records easier. For example, in swimming, modren swimsuits reduce water resistance and help athletes move faster, while underwater cameras and stroke-analysis softwares allow swimmers to sharpen their technique. These technological advantages only some countries get mean that some records are influenced more equiptment rather than natrual ability or training. Still breaking a world record is still a huge major achievement, the role of new advanced equiptment can make these accopmlishments less extraordinary compared to earlier generations.
I agree that new equipment can make it easier for the athletes to break records because modern technology helps improve performance. For example, better shoes or equipment can reduce effort and help athletes move faster or more efficiently.
However, I do not think this makes world records less impressive. Athletes still need to train for several years, stay in fit, and work very hard to reach this level. Technology alone cannot break a record without talent, discipline, and determination.
In conclusion, while new equipment plays in improving results, world records are still impressive because they show how much athletes push their limits and how sport continues to develop over time.
I agree with you because new equipment has improved sports with items like sport shoes, jerseys and shorts that provide breathable air and free movement for these altheles which help them win and have fun. The sport equipment don't just help them win but helps keep the body fit and healthy for example reducing muscle fatigue. Football is a sport that provides high quality equipment like football boots, shin guards, althletic tapes called zinc oxide tape, they help athletes gain confidence that goes beyond relying on their raw strength. When these athletes for example put on these new equipment like shoes, the shoes gives back more of what you actually put in, so when people argue that the records are not longer impressive they should also note that the effort and strength of the athlete is also responsible for this world record.
I agree with this because technology has really helped record breaking easier than it used to be. And this is due to the introduction of different tehnological tools that makes life and sports easier for the athletes.
Also, record breaking relies greatly on the skill of the athletes but technology makes it easier to break records. For example, a full body swimming suit that helps the swimmer float higher on water makes it easier to move through water and this would help the swimmer move faster and easier.
However, countries who do not have access to this swimsuit would feel cheated. But as earlier stated, skills are more important and this is what would aid the athletes with or without technology.
I agree with you because world records are still hard to break, even if we have new amazing technology to advance and benefit our skills, and world records are not less impressive, just not talked about as much as other sports events like the Super Bowl and the World Cup.
I agree with you, i see that world records means a lot for athletes because it is the thing to keep them special.
I agree with this because technology and equipment have greatly improved athlete's performance, making it easier to train and set records, but it doesn't mean that new world records will be less impressive. For instance, running shoes with carbon fibre plates, worn by marathoners such as Eliud Kipchoge, increase running efficiency by as much as 4%, which translates to minutes off marathon records. Additionally, swimmers wearing tech suits, which were first seen in 2008 Beijing Olympics, contributed to the setting of multiple world records in a single competition. Others may feel that these records are not as great because they are now dependent on equipment rather than talent. Some people may argue that it is not fair to compare current records with past records because current athletes have the benefit of technology that past athletes did not. I believe that the reality is that technology does not diminish talent but rather enhances it. A record-breaking performance is still the result of years of hard work, planning and mental toughness. Technology simply narrows the gap, but the effort that goes into the achievement is still just as admirable. Moreover, technology cannot teach an athlete discipline, concentration and the ability to withstand pain. In my view, celebrating modern records doesn't diminish human effort, it just shows how innovation and hardwork together redefine limits. It also teaches young athletes that progress isn't about shortcuts like involving in doping, but about using available resources wisely while mastering yourselves.
Hi Straightforward Artist, good to see your comment! My name is Radhika and I work at KPMG. I wonder what you think about records now compared to roughly 50 years ago. Do you think that today's athletes would still outperform athletes from 50 years ago and break world records, even if they did not have the technological advancements of today (e.g. super shoes, tech swimming suits etc)? Do you think there would be progress in human achievement even if this technology did not exist?
If the athlete is skilled then they are skilled. But if a really poor country is breaking records with no money they obviously still have lots of talent and skill so should be respected and given the same equipment as everyone else to make it fair.
How might you ensure that everyone had the same equipment?
Hi lovely_petal, I agree with you but can you give me some examples of athletes that broke records without technology?
I agree because some countries have lots of talented people but just won't have the right equipment to use their full potential so when they still break records without any tech it is even more surprising. I believe that some athletes in the future will start depending on equipment so the ones who don't have that luxury are able to strive without anything helping them.
What's your standard of make it fair...? Is that fair if talented athletes stand on the same stage with the athletes are not talented but had modern equipment? Talented athletes born with advantages, that's sort of unfair to hardworking but unskilled athletes actually. The athlete is skilled then they are skilled, the poor country's athletes with talent are still talented, will it cause unfair if give equipments to the poor country talented athletes? I think it's very hard to make it completely fair, but athletes can still improve themself and break records by trying hard.
I think the richer the team means that they can buy better technology for there team or them self but its not that fair because we want to have fair a competition so it can be fair but yes it does make world records less impressive because your using this which gives them an advantage so if people want to join it it will be unfair on them in Olympics .
World records are still impressive of course but are less fun to watch like in the Olympics running for example they can have running shoes but other country's that don't have as much money they can get better coaches equipment and experience it is not fair for people and better for fans if they are gonna have equipment they should make sure everyone gets the same equipment and fair stuff to compete in stuff its should be about skill not money and technology.
I think that records mean less now because people are using way to much technology ! And i think people like real effort and skills not just devices do it all for you.
I think that if you use the technology in the game it wouldn't be fair to the other components but if you used the technology during training it would be more fair as you haven't interfered with the actual game or sport.
I agree that the equipment matters a lot and that it could really be that second or that centimeter that matters therefore they will become less impressive as more will be broken and therefore more of them are less impressive.
I disagree if you won a world record then you wouldn`t just be like oh nice you would be like yes omg I never thought I would ever win yes yes YES!!! Just because some people have a different view on it doesn`t mean that it is right. For example Usain
I personally agree with the statement "do records mean less now?" because the more the world is advancing and technology is growing better, the limits keep growing further away and older records have the larger chance of being beaten because technology was not as advanced back then
But people keep breaking their own records and getting better and better and I think this truly depends on the skill. I think athletes with larger potential should receive better funding
This is an interesting point. You state that "athletes with larger potential" should receive better funding. How is "larger potential" identified, and what should that funding be for? Can you share an example?
I disagree because sometimes you need to try on your own and you might get better. Having too much money means that its not just about their skill anymore which was the whole point.
I agree with the statement because it adds less fun and less skill into the records. For example in football the have robotic legs to kick the worlds longest football. However others disagree to this statement.
I agree, because they found better equipment that they can use it to break records a lot more easier. I think it is then less impressive. The athletes may rely too much the equipment that's helping them.
I agree with the quote because technology has heavily evolved in the past after many years of hard work and effort. However, some athletes aren't completely reliant on it and just need it to improve their determination and skill.They will still need to have many years of training to become better. Also, records are still being broken but the tech could be unfair reducing fairness.
What do you mean by technology reducing fairness?
What do you mean by technology reducing fairness?
i agree that people should use technology to train better but is it fair to train if it a it help people to get better but my opinion to treat everyone in the game fairly
I agree because some people have records from years ago and they used no tech. For example new shoes , bikes or swimsuits can reduce effort and increase speed which makes breaking records easier now than the past. e.g in the Paralympics if someone had a prosthetic leg/ arm which makes it easier for many people but some people don't have enough money for one so some people break records easier.
I agree with this statement because records back in the day were hard to beat when they didn't have much equipment.Nowadays, teams have lots of different things to make them better.It is still impressive because they have to try better then anyone has ever done at the sport.
Some people don't actually try to train they only rely on only their gadgets so they win better than other people so they waste their money on more gadgets then their food and other things for the tournament so they don't actually win fair and square so the person that came second might of had no gadgets to use so they might of trained to win then they should actually win then the (cheater ) so they should actually have cameras so they can see who is cheating and not so people win fair and square .
I agree with the fact that tech has helped to train, but I do not think it should be allowed during the competition as it alters your skills and what you can do. Whilst it has helped many athletes, it still hasn’t made anything fair or even.
It will make new records less impressive as they have used technology to make it seem like they are better than they actually are.
Say if you beat the world record for running the furthest, but you used shoes or trainers that helped you go faster, that wouldn’t be as interesting as it would’ve been without the extra help.
I agree because i see that using more advanced equipment makes it less excitement for fans because they know already that the athlete will win if he used more advanced equipment.
I agree with the statement because the records broken in 1900 when there wasn’t as much technology are achieved because of there skills not because of technology so I think it’s just unfair😠 thank you for reading my opinion.😊
i agree because that the tech helps modern people achieve more dreams but older people had to work hard and train for at least 10 hours just to complete a world record dream just for it to be useless in the modern days even they were a legend like phillip walking across the twin towers and now barely any people knows the story
I agree because the people who break the records are using special gear so they are not actually breaking the record themselves. These facilities didn't exist before so there is an unfair advantage for those who use technology.
I agree with this statement because if you use tech to break a world record then others can just go back on the tech you used and break them. For example Mark Rober broke world records with devils toothpaste.
What's devil's toothpaste?
Devils toothpaste is an expolosive type of foam that if you put into a flask that is made out of steel it will break.
I think that VAR has not only helped players but referees to.When VAR wasnt introduced Frank Lampard had a penalty and he panenkaed it and it hit the crossbar and when went in but the referee didnt see it and called the players to play on.
Well done for using an example to help explain your opinion.
No because when they break records it could be with special, shoes, and other stuff so yes they do mean less now .
I really agree with this statement because it does really help people and technology has really improved over the
years because Elon Musk has made a lot. It has also really helped a lot of disabled people and even people that lost their arms and legs. So technology does help a lot.
Hi poetic_bell, do you have any examples of Elon Musk has helped technology in sports?
I totally agree with this statement since technology devices make records too easy to achieve. Technology erases difficulties in sports consequently breaking records would not be impressive anymore. Using technology in breaking records is like using a calculator during a math test. Breaking record now is celebrating technology not humans. Yet in the past, breaking records was depending on pure skills and training. If we compared a marathon now with a marathon that happened 50 years ago. Would it be that same?
For example, the record of Usain Bolt which was in 2009. He ran 100m in 9.58 seconds. people were screaming and were surprised and shocked. All of this was because it was a moment of pure sport magic. However, if someone now used technology and broke Bolt's record, no one will be surprised because it was by the help of technology.
To conclude, I believe that technology makes breaking results less impressive.
Is it reasonable that technology consumes the human's achievements in breaking records?
yes, it is reasonable to question this but technologies does not replace the human's effort.
Hello dear topical talkers once I read this statement "New equipment makes breaking records easier, so now world records will be less impressive." I agreed immediately because now people keep beating their records. for example, scientists once thought the first human to run a marathon in under 2 hours would be born in the year 2047 but with the greatest and most modern sports tech a Kenyan runner Eliot Kipchoge ran a marathon in under 2 hours, so I kept thinking aw man! sports tech is making records easy to break but then I thought about the fastest to ever live Usain bolt, he shattered three world records with normal sports gear and it remains for 11 years. He recently also told the media that if he had modern sports technology, he could easily run 9. 45 seconds and then i thought new technology in some way does give an unfair advantage in my perspective it can be used to level up the playing field because even if someone is given the latest sports tech without effort practice and dedication it's impossible to achieve something at great heights so yeah even though I thought it is unfair I'll admit I've changed my mind.
signing off: Fair minded Elephant
I strongly agree with this statement, technology and sports equipment have gotten way better over time, and this really helps athletes train smarter and perform at higher levels for example running shoes now have carbon plates which makes runners go faster, watches have sensors to check your heart rate, athletes watch slow-motion videos of themselves to fix mistakes in their form without having to practice way more and world records in running, jumping, or swimming keep getting beaten because of these improvements. So yes, good technology doesn't take away hard work, but it gives athletes a big advantage to train better and reach new records!
I agree with the statements because modern equipment makes it easier for athletes to break records today. new technology helps athletes move faster and perform better than in the past. for example, lighter running shoes helps runners use less energy and run quicker, which can lead to more records being broken.
however, others might argue that world records are still impressive because athletes train extremely hard and compete against the best in the world. even with better equipment, breaking a record still takes skill, effort and determination. In my opinion, world record are still impressive because athletes must work extremely hard to achieve them.
What makes a record to have a meaning is the ability of the athlete to perform mind blowing activities that makes people to applaud and sometimes they are given medals or trophies to take home with. If technology helps people to win awards, there is no fun, astonishment, skill nor talent.
For instance if people are playing football match, due to the help of technology the goalkeeper's gloves can detect where the ball is going to and never got scored by any player. When the goalkeeper is awarded a record, it will be so unfair and makes the game to be hated by many people. However, if you have an opposite view please ask me questions.
Hi I’m rhetorical_whale I agree because yes records are being broken every day but it doesn’t really count because the records are showing the players performance but they may not be as good as you think…. Due to the amazing technology that we have today it might be the technology that makes the player better than everyone else.
I strongly agree with your statement because while athletes today are undoubtedly talented and records are falling regularly, many of these breakthroughs aren't purely due to superior human performance compared to past generations . Advanced technology like carbon plated shoes that return energy and reduce fatigue .This means some modern records reflect equipment advantages more than raw athletic superiority, so we cant always assume today's players are inherently 'better' than legends from earlier eras without accounting for these tech boost.
I disagree with this statement because breaking records without technology is more impressive than with equipment , it just proves that you have real talent.in swimming you are aloud to use tech when you train but when you race it will be classed as cheating and it will be a imediate Dq
I agree .I think that records should still mean things if the person does not have any special technology on them . I also think that the people that have technology on them could race against each other so it is fair for them . Some gagets can be cheating like if you had shoes to make you run faster it is definitly CHEATING ! but if you have goggles that tell you the time is way different .Over all I think it depends on the type of technology you are using .
To me breaking record is motivation and it do not mean less. Why, yes it do not mean less cause breaking records is just like doing something so special and legendary that people recognize. People like Messi, Maradona, Ronaldinho, and other soccer players has eared fame for playing football uniquely and that what makes them keep going to the place and thing they would love to achieve.
SO I SAY NO TO NOT BREAKING RECORDS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I agree with the statement because sport equipment help athletes to be safe ,helping with heath.
For example Halo is a device made to protect racer in formula1 from accident .Imagine a race without halo ,people as they are driving and reach a place where is narrow or not straight the racer now lost control of car and hit his or her head
IT can cause wounds and heath problem to the person.
Again VAR is a device used to help the referee and used to see thing the referee cannot see to give a fair decision in football.
If Footballer is with the ball than other team player comes and hit he then fall the referee will go to the VAR before making decision. Some people will disagree with me because them believe in ruin the ball but it help in improve the sport
every one in the sport should have the same equipment to make it fair
Thank you for sharing your ideas. You've given us some clear views on how technology can make sport fairer and safer, and I like that you've used examples.
You've also said that some people may disagree because they think technology ruins the game. Can you say more about why you think technologies improve sport rather than ruin it? For example, do you think fairness and safety are more important than keeping things the way they used to be?
I think both here is why:
Yes
they are way harder to break now because they have already been Broken multiple times so they are higher which means they are therefore harder to break so people use tech to win unfairly
No
They are now Broken quite a lot more because people are using tech to improve so technology is taking over sports and skill is pretty useless
Why tech is bad:
People who do not have as much money or equipment who have skill cannot win because people with good tech are beating them and it is unfair
Hi I’m exuberant_turkey and no I don’t think so because say I won a race or something and didn’t get a meddle or a reword I would be angry because you win a race you should get a reword because you won you came first. If you agree that’s totally fine but this is my opinion so you don’t have to copy me
Hi exuberant_turkey! Thanks for sharing your opinion. It's clear that you feel really strongly that people should be recognised for their effort.
I noticed that you said that if you won a race but didn't get a medal or reward, you'd be angry, because coming first deserves some recognition. That's an interesting point about how rewards help motivate people.
Can you tell us more about why reward and recognition matters to you?
Hello cheeky topical talkers! I am independent_tiger and I personally think that new equipment makes breaking records easier because if you just made a paper airplane and it didn’t work, then you can use a new equipment to modify the airplane. This actually happened to me and I tried to modify it with tape. It worked perfectly! I taped the corner and the bottom to make it easier to fly, so thats why I agree with this statement.
Thanks everybody!
I disagree with the idea that new equipment and training will create new records "NO" . Those Records aren't from our hardwork it's all from a gadget that reward doesn't belong to us . Records are still achieved through hard work, discipline, and skill. However, the real issue lies in fairness. If technology is used unevenly or secretly, it can create an unfair advantage. For example, if two athletes have equal strength and ability, but one uses hidden or advanced technology that enhances performance, judges may not always detect it. This can result in unfair scoring and disadvantage honest players. In such cases, it is not the record that loses its value, but the integrity of the sport. When technology interferes with fair competition, it can ruin game strategy and the true spirit of sportsmanship.
Hi, topical talkers, in my opinion I feel that beating past sports records have been made a lot easier, even though there is still a need for human effort as such technologies do not replace human talent but amplifies them. So I feel that modern day athletes should set higher records as there are various new technologies which could make beating past records easier for them. For example, athletes compete in a more ideal and conducive condition unlike past athletes who just survived them. There are also many equipment which provide high quality programmable training routines for various athletes which could help them familiarize themselves more with whatever sport it may be. In conclusion, with quality equipment and modern technology, it is expected that present day athletes perform way better and set higher records than before.
I disagree with the statement that says new equipment makes records less impressive because with the new equipment you will be able to move freely, have enough agility, move quickly and be firm and balanced. For example in football(soccer) there are specially designed boots with pointy bumps on the bottom that helps them to have a strong grip and balance. However, others might feel that because of new equipment, the competition will be less competitive and enjoyable to watch because they want to see other people struggling so hard to win, they think that's the only way to make it competitive. THANK YOU😁😊.
I agree as new tech is helping break new records each day for example there is now a swimsuit called the LZR racer which broke 13 world records in the Beijing Olympics. This shows that the records are not genuine as they used technology which proved a big advantage plus technology like this is being created every day this therefore gives me the impression records aren't as impressive anymore, personally I feel technology like this should be banned as not everyone can afford it.
I Definitely agree because if any new equipments like super shoes the had been existed in 2009,then the Ussain bolt's 9.58 seconds record could have been broken by someone else by 9.42 seconds!
It seems to be very small while reading, but if we think this in Ussain bolt's perspective ,it really hurts 💔and this will turn out to be a heartbreak that he will regret through his entire life!
I agree that the technology really does help athletes to become better at their sport because training tools and stronger equipment adds to the effort that they have already put into it. For example Kelvin Kiptun wore the nike alphafly 3 to break the world record and the shoes probably did help but the record is still very impressive. He still had to work very hard and put all of that endeavour into it. However others might feel differently because it may be that it is easier to break records, however it does not make them less impressive in my opinion.
I agree with this statement because as of today, many more records have been made currently more than in the past. People might be impressed but will later on forget. For example, in the Olympics, swimmers, If you place first, second, or third, you can sure make a huge record but most people won't even recognize your achievements. However most people would tend to think oppositely.
I partly agree on this statement because if you have new equipment, it still makes breaking a record highly impressive. Records are very hard to achieve, so you have to bring your A-game. And breaking records will not be easier even if you have new equipment.
I agree with this statement because it is 2026 now and they already have lots of different items of technology so just think about what it will be like in 2030 AI will have probably taken over more than a quarter of the sports like football ⚽️ or basketball 🏀 or even netball 🏐
However, others might feel that AI is helping people to train and that sort of stuff.
Thank you for sharing your thoughts. I really liked your point about how quickly technology is advancing.
You said that AI will probably have taken over more than a quarter of sports by 2030. Could you explain a bit more about how you think AI would take over sports?
In my opinion, I do agree with the statement that was provided because with technology it can help people with how they perform in that sport which makes it simpler for them. Which also means that world records matter less than they used to. For example, like a swimming record, some people think that they should have advanced items like goggles since they need to track their time. However, others might feel that it wouldn't be fair for them to have advanced swimming goggles because they can do more than just track their time. Participants can look up how to beat a world record then that means they can just beat it like that instead of actually trying to practice. When having all of this new and improved equipment, it can make world records get beaten easily and make it less impressive when someone actually takes their time too. Also, when having all this equipment, people can cheat while using their equipment so that they can win and get recognized for their work which is fake. All of this equipment can make it seem like more and more people are actually trying but they are not actually trying. In our topical talks session, it stated that people using technology to help them beat a world record can affect how try really play which is considered cheating. In conclusion, this is why I agree with the statement.
Hi everyone, I am straightforward_eel from Atlanta, Georgia. I agree with the statement because lots of people are receiving better training using better equipment, and more efficient strategies. Then, when the Olympics come, they are ready to win, and break records. However, records in the Paralympics are still considered pretty impressive. The Olympic records are no longer impressive because the records have been broken so many times. The Paralympic records, the Olympics for the disabled, are impressive since they have something that prevents them from competing properly in the original competitions. Whether it's a prosthetic or a dysfunction in their limbs, they work as hard as they can to compete. Olympians often don't use their full potential if they are sure they can win as they might want to break their own record. Paralympic people have a much harder time training than other athletes because they might need a special machine which might not be invented yet. Therefore, athletes in the Olympics breaking records is not considered impressive anymore because it it common, however, it is considered impressive for athletes to break Paralympic records, because it rarely happens.
I agree that is less impressive now because they are using more expensive equipment to help them break records. Back in the day, it was just their raw talent that won them the records because they didn’t have as much money, which I find more impressive.
In my opinion, I find this statement to be wrong because just because you're able to acquire new sports equipment, like shoes or goggles, it doesn't technically mean you are able to be able to break a world record. Say you were aiming to break the world record for being the fastest person, brand new shoes will not help you break the record after just one try. It takes attempt after attempt to even be close to the record. It would take you months, or even years, of practice and training to finally break the record. It isn't only technology that can help you achieve something, it's your determination and grit. To break a world record and set a new one is a great achievement and shouldn't be taken away by a piece of tech.
However, I believe that people might disagree with me because such new and modern equipment that's accessible to athletes create a whole new advantage for them and therefore take away the meaning of a new world record. They might argue that this new technology can help athletes break world records with such ease now.
I disagree with the statement because when you give the ability to use technology others will use it and they all will be equal and we will come again to the same thing which is skills causes wins because when you have same equipment and same thing only the skill wins. An example is the 2022 Wimbledon final was between Novak Djokovic vs Nick Kyrgios and both of them used Top tier rackets and were both on same conditions and Djokovic won due to skill not technology which was the biggest proof technology would mean nothing if all used it the skill will win.
I disagree with the statement because new equipment doesn't diminish the impact of records. In fact, I would argue that new equipment helps us (humans) push our own potential. For example, in track and field, advanced running spikes and engineered track surfaces allows athletes to simply be better (conserve energy and generate more power). However, times are changing, and so are the ways we interact with sports. Athletes like Sydney McLaughlin or Karsten Warholm are no less absolutely breathtaking simply for the fact they used their age's technology to their benefit. These extraordinary humans represent the pinnacle of performance with that technology. The athlete's training and mental fortitude still remain the most important factors in any sports. However, others might feel that technology can create a sports industry which is completely unfair as athletes with the biggest sponsors can get the best tech. An example of this is when high-tech full-body suits were banned from swimming because they enhanced performance too much. For reference, these suits have lead to nearly 200 world records. In 2009, Michael Phelps (widely regarded as the world's best swimmer) broke 7 world records while competing in Rome due to the help of a 50% polyurethane suit.
In conclusion, I believe that while technology evolves the sheer impressiveness of a human pushing the human body as a whole to its limit is an incredible thing and should not be discredited simply because of the age and time these records were set in.
I don't think records mean less now because to break a record, you have to have practised so much and had an immense amount of determination to do that. Sure, a lot of people have faked records, but just because a few people did that, shouldn't diminish the effects of someone else who genuinely worked hard to break a record.
I agree with the statement because technology and equipment have made a huge difference in sports. Modern training tools, advanced gear and performance-tracking devices allow athletes to practice more efficiently and avoid injuries. For example, in swimming, Michael Phelps wore the high-tech speedo LZR Racer swimsuit during the 2008 Beijing Olympics. This suit reduced drag and improved buoyancy, helping him break multiple world records. Similarly, runners benefit from lightweight shoes designed to improve speed and energy return, which can make a big difference in competitions. These improvements mean athletes can reach higher levels than ever before.
However, others might feel that too much reliance on technology can take away from the excitement of sport. If records are broken mainly because of better equipment rather than natural skill, can we still fully admire the achievement? Does using high-tech tools make winning feel less about talent and effort and more about the gear you have? Some argue that sport should test human ability first, not the latest inventions.
Overall, while technology clearly helps athletes perform better, it also raises questions about how we measure true skill and achievement. Perhaps the best approach is to find a balance where technology supports athletes but doesn't overshadow their natural talent.
In my perspective, I totally agree with this statement for many reasons. First of all, I strongly believe that sports are based on talent and true dedication, whether it pays off or not. Thus, a hard-working and ambitious athlete should set targets to beat in order to really strengthen and improve their skills, not entering a competition or race which they know that there is an almost certain probability of them winning with no hard work or true intentions required. Also, I think that new tech equipment used by many athletes should be banned globally. Just bear this in mind, you are entering an international swimming tournament after years of effort, endless training sessions everyday, swimming long distances for hours and trying your best to recover from hard sessions, competing against another swimmer that is fully- depending on technological equipment, would that scenario seem fair enough? I don't really think so. I think that losing but with integrity is way better than winning a one-sided battle, therefore, people who use technology to improve their speed or overall performance lack the amazing feeling of true accomplishment after years of dedication and self development. As a swimmer and young athlete myself, that's what I would truly feel. However, others might feel that technological equipment is beneficial as it helps athletes improve their skills and develop, which I actually agree with, as long as that equipment is used for beneficial purposes, not for winning effortlessly. In fact, tech could be used in races, unless all competitors have equal and fair access.
I agree tech has increased skill in people’s performance but it also has increased in improvement over time 🕰️ and the amount of uses is increasing and the tech is improving so it’s better to use tech or not but I also think a little it’s not fair using tech so it’s better to not use it but tech is still improving bye 👋
Hello!Topical takers I am proactive_wasp "New equipment makes breaking records easier, so now world records will be less impressive." This line actually speaks the truth but if the world record was done with gadgets and techs it is a kinda useless,so I strongly disagree it.If you are a weak athelete but the gadgets help you to improve you,that was a different story, but actually you were using the gadgets to make a world record what was the use for it.However others may think that "if we use the gadgets and techs in games or sports we can win a prize" but actually what if a poor child with talent who can't afford for tech, but a child,without the talent in sports,but with money to afford for techs,but the child who could afford tech wins but the child with raw talent failed to win.
Do you think this two were equal.Like that if world records were made with techs it is like a paper but if you practiced and then won it,that is a certificate.
I don't completely agree with this statement. While I do acknowledge the fact that technology can give an athlete an advantage, technology is only a small factor when it comes to sports. You can have the newest gear or the newest shoes but without the proper training, dedication, or talent, it cannot push you to break records. Technology cannot train for you, it cannot make you work harder. It is up to the athlete to motivate and challenge themselves to achieve these goals. By saying their record means less simply because they have new gear diminishes a huge accomplishment. Not to mention the fact that many people who are well off can afford this gear but only few can strive to do greatness.
I disagree with the statement because, yes, sports technology does help and affect your outcome and results in games. But I also think that some world records are still incredibly hard to beat even if you have sports technology. For example, the longest high jump. Others might agree though, because with the greatness of sports tech, you can do a lot more things than if you had nothing at all
Thank you, lively_insect, for giving the high jump as an example, that's very interesting - do you know what the world record is for high jump?
The men's high jump world record is 2.45 metres, by Cuba's Javier Sotomayor in Salamanca, Spain. The women's world record is 2.10 metres by Ukraine's Yaroslava Mahuchikh in Paris
Thanks lively_insect, yes I see what you mean about the men's high jump being hard to beat!
I disagree because,if you can actually use the techs for the high jumps because you could actually beat the world records for example if we use a shoe with spring.What if it cost 1,000,000 $ it could be affordable for some countries but some not, so you can't actually say that to be disagreeable
I agree because with sports technology it can help you to break records
i think records are still important but they will be less based on skill and there will be more cheating like advanced ski suits for example which has already happened causing the champions to get disqualified for their ski suits
@Resplendent_aspect interesting example. How do you think officials decide about what is allowed and not allowed when it comes to clothing and equipment required to compete?
I agree with this statement because if we use new advanced equipments, then we can easily get awards, and breaking records using technology makes it easier, so the athlete would definitely not rely on their own skills, and they can't analyse, and self learning matters a lot when it comes to sports/winter sports. For example, winning would not make sense because they would not implement their full ability towards practice, and definitely they would be less engaged just because there's "technology," and winning a record isn't a simple recognition; it needs proof, and some may cheat to get the recognition. However, others might feel that people who really use technology wisely and aware of their limits using would be definitely appreciable.
I agree with the statement because some items like watches can time people’s heart rate ❤️ and help people get faster in there running. However others might disagree with me because they might think 🤔 some equipment can make people distracted.
I don't agree with that, that much because look at the 100m record it hasn't been broken since and with the new super spikes they still haven't broken it.
I agree with the assertion that technology and equipment used in sports have developed over the years and assisted athletes in training well and performing at their best because of the latest developments that enable athletes to reach their maximum potential in a safer and more efficient manner. For instance, in the athletic world, carbon-fibre running shoes have assisted athletes in improving their speed and performance, leading to faster times and even world records. In the same way, in the sport of cricket, technology such as video analysis, Hawk-Eye, and wearables has enabled athletes to analyze their batting, bowling, and fitness levels in minute detail. This means that athletes can now correct minute errors that would have otherwise gone unnoticed, leading to improvement. Technology has also made training more accessible to athletes from all walks of life because they can now use online coaching tools and performance data.
However, some people may think that over-reliance on technology detracts from the natural ability and justice of sport. They believe that athletes who have the benefit of costly equipment or high-tech facilities have an unfair advantage over those who cannot afford them. Some people also think that sport should be about natural ability, effort, and toughness of mind rather than who has the best equipment. Although this is a valid point, I think that technology is not the issue here—lack of equality is. Technology is a sport enhancer that pushes human capabilities while keeping the competition exciting, safe, and progressive.
@Independent_musician these are important points. Based on what you've written do you think that records/achievements mean less now because of what is possible with technology?
I don’t agree with that statement because if an unwealthy country wins a game it is likely because they practice, they are consistent, and skillful. For example Nigeria has historically won U-17 World Cups (such as in 2013 and 2015), often operating with fewer resources compared to Western academies.
Yes I agree with it as few records was been beaten by using technology and for example we can take the swimming competition, in 2008 a company named speedo collaborated with NASA to make a swim suit called LZR racer and this swimsuit compressed the body ,trapped air reduced drag, and which resulted
In beating 25 world records in Beijing Olympics conductor on 2008 and within one and half years nearly about 130 world records where beat and due to this LZR racer swimsuit so the international swimming federation band these swim suit in 2010 and made a rule that only textile swim suits should be used for swimming, others might feel like why can't they keep a separate category for these special suits but there is no difference if everyone doesn't wear any suit and swim and the best one is gonna win and if everyone where the swim suit the same best one will win , so you can understand why I am agreeing as beating the world records became less impressive in swimming for that particular period.
I don't think they are as impressive as before, but they are still crazy.
The human limit just keeps on getting broken.
To me personally technology is used to aid human needs not take over what we are already doing they can be used for training like, biomechanics and GPS vest which really helps one to keep track of there training but there is a limit which technology should help one. They are not to use it on the field. If an athletes is to use performance enhancing footwear on the field , which may enhance his/her speed which gives them an advantage over other teammates or opponent, they are to be classified as cheats because games are to build your thinking skills and for one to overcome objectives . Pierre de Coubertin once said the important thing about life is not the triumph, but the struggle; the essential is not to have conquered but to have fought well.
Well yes, technology makes breaking records easier its not like world records are barely broken some of the less impressive ones can be broken in a matter of seconds so did technology really make it unimpressive to break records? Well my answer is no, well not completely while breaking records with different tools may make it a usual for them to be broken which makes the records like worlds fastest man's speed ramp and ramp up so instead of the shock for breaking it . It will be for making a technology that Can do such a feat.
yes, the original amazement is gone but what replaces it is equally as good or even better. While the worlds fastest man IS fast it's easily outspeeded by cars so by adding technology to the mix it might make something that can be useful overall to human life and that's just an example.
People must remember the limit of humanity and technology are endless so we will keep pushing and pushing ourselves to the limits.
To summarize, well yes the original excitement will eventually end. A new excitement for technology will rise and make us create even greater things.
People must remember the limits of humanity and technology are endless so we will keep pushing and pushing ourselves to our neverending limits.
Hello phenomenal_fern I totally agree with you! While technology may make breaking records more frequent, but it dose not take away from an athlete's skill, effort, or dedication. While some records may seem less shocking, the excitment shifts to how humans use technology to push limits. For example, advanced running shoes or swim shoes help athletes perform better, but years of trading and discpline are still needed to break a record. Combining human ability with technology inspires innovation and new acheivments.
Do you think there will ever be a limit to how much technology can enhance athletic performance?
Thank you!
I think that new equipment can sometimes make breaking records easier, which may make some achievements feel less impressive. For example, during 2008–2009, swimmers wearing high-tech polyurethane swimsuits broke over 130 world records in a short time. Because these suits reduced drag and increased buoyancy, FINA, the official governing body of swimming, banned them in 2010 for giving an unfair advantage.
However, equipment is not always the reason records are broken. In athletics, Jonathan Edwards broke the men’s triple jump world record of 18.29 m by improving his own double-arm technique, not by using new technology, and this record still stands today. This shows that while technology can influence performance, truly impressive records are often achieved through skill, innovation, and hard work.
Now, I conclude that World records are still impressive because Even with less or no equipment athletes are defeating and breaking records of athletes who have better technology and support
I don’t fully agree with the statement because the technology can tell their coaches if they are hurt. For example, if someone was competing in a football game and got hurt without their coaches knowing, their AI suits can send them a signal to let them know if they are hurt. The suits can take care of them. However, some people may think that technology for players may disagree with the statement while some people might still believe that technology is good for players. Sometimes the technology could also give the players some advice to win a game. Sometimes bad things may happen. For example, sometimes the suit can hurt players by manufacturing while playing in a game. Also, it can make the player slow because it is uncomfortable. In conclusion, this is why I don’t fully agree with the statement. Sometimes the technology can help players, but sometimes it can hurt some people. Do you agree or disagree with the statement for players using technology?
I agree because a long time ago you couldn't buy any technical things to help you because we just weren't advanced enough to make it. For example, a successful swimmer is only successful not because of the swim suit even though it definitely helps, people may have been training for years even decades and its not only about the equipment but its about you, the person's strength and what they're best at.
If you have any questions or arguments please let me know in the comments
Bye topical talkers 👋
I agree because certain equipment goes with their sports so it will make it easier for them to win. For example, running needs good shoes to run in and skiing needs skis to do cool tricks.
Do you think people can achieve new records without the expensive equipment?
In my opinion I can't tell if a card is impress you or not because it depends upon the access of Technology and how it is used. If a standard equipment is given to all the athletes who complete it will be fair because it is not a race between innovation, it is a race between the athletes hard work and skill. And If the new equipment is created for the protection of athletes like better helmet in cycling or modern version of safety track because this or not Technologies that push the athlete. It is impressive because it makes the atlet able to do there's sports without any fear. If an athlete creates a world record using this protection gear, it will be very impressive because they just push for it without having fear and their win was based on skill. I want to say that if a Rich team offers their athlete better and hugh grade technology and Some teams couldn't afford it and if they get to you use standard equipments and their best athlete loses due to it, it will became a race between Innovation and Money and if a World Record is set due to using High Grade Technology the Wirld Record will be less impressive. For, these reasons many sports Legends are suggesting the Two Records system it honour Historical legend and their records while also respecting the Modern Technology and safety human use today. So, do you think it would be nice if the two record system came?
athletes enquipment can be unfair to other athletes because for new shoes for example, they can run faster than any athlete in the competition if they don't have any and can break world records more easily and with more anvanced technology they can train better and preform better than the other people so I partly agree on this.
i agree with this because if you look at world today, you see famous athletes becoming better and better over time. but still as i always say, limiting technologies is IMPORTANT.
with advanced running shoes, advanced football shoes, they use technologies to train and practice their skills to to take it to the next advanced level. when also upgrading their equipment, they start to break their old records into new records.
on the other hand, over using technologies and equipment isn't something that was planned. if you think that over-training and practicing will help you to become even more better than you think, well its not true because your body needs to rest from the daily training.
if you were a famous athlete, how would you mange your daily training and practicing with your advanced technologies?
What do you mean when you say that limiting technologies is important?
I do agree with the statement because new equipment can greatly make it easier for someone to break a record. For example, new running shoes can help someone run faster and break a track record but those running shoes weren't there before, which made it impressive in the past. If this keeps up, the new equipment would continue getting more complex over time and that would make records much more easier and less impressive not only now but in the future.
Can you find another student in this discussion who has a different perspective on whether record-making will become easier, and explain your views to them?
I think yes because some trophy's have lost value such as the wold cup trophy it used to be made out of fully gold now made of bronze painted gold .As such as the biting the gold medals that left a bite marck mostly olimpions for a cool pose.That they have also changed the full gold medals into bronze and have been painted gold.Also people still do this cool pose for photo's.
I disagree with the statement that new equipments makes world records less impressive. Sport has always developed over time, and improvements in the equipment are part of that progress. Even with better technology, athletes still need strong skills and many years of hard training to break records. New equipment may help performance but it doesn't replace the effort and talent of the athlete.
For example, in athletics, running shoes have become lighter and more comfortable, which can help athletes run better. However, not everyone wearing these shoes can break a world record. Only athletes who train hard, stay focus and push their limits are able to achieve these results.
However, some people might think that new equipment makes breaking records easier and less special than before. Even so, I believe that world records are still impressive because they represent the athletes hard work and determination, not just the equipment they use.
I agree with your point - not everyone wearing new shoes or equipment can break a world record. Can you share an example of people who think that new equipment makes breaking records easier and less special?
This is a great question! And this is my answer:
Some people think that new equipment makes breaking records easier because athletes today use more advanced shoes and technology than athletes in the past. For example, in running, some believe that modern shoes help runners move faster, so they feel that older records are more impressive since athletes didn't have the same support. Even though, I still believe the athlete's hard work matters most. What do you think about the role of technology in sport? I'm really interested to hear your answer!
I agree with this statement because before we had sports technology sports players each had a fair advantage and no one had no special advantage of winning. For example, let's say someone is playing at a soccer game and no one has any special sports device that would lead to a fair game of soccer. Also,before when we had records it was actually impressive but now no new world records aren't impressive anymore because of them using technology.
However some people might feel another way because they might think that we should feel the same for world records. I see why they might feel this way but that just doesn't make it impressive anymore. It just takes all the fun away from world records. For example, let's say somebody is competing in the swimming Olympics and they had the swim tech goggles. That would give an unfair advantage to the book world records. In conclusion,This is why I agree that world records are now less impressive.
I agree with the statement because equipment today can give athletes an advantage and can help them during their game or match. For example F1 drivers, in F1 they make custom seats for the F1 drivers that are perfectly made to fit the driver to help them drive better another thing is the helmets and their clothing. Their helmets are lightweight and made out of carbon fiber and zylon panels and your clothing is fireproof to extreme heat and have biometric gloves that features sensors that monitor blood oxygen and heart rate. This is why this can just stop people from being better or worst from somebody else.
I partially agree and disagree with this statement, to the first part of the statement I agree with. I do think that technology makes breaking records much easier, but that doesn't have to be a bad thing, people always wanted to be better and better at everything they did so they had to find ways how to do that and so because of that we came to the present day using technology to accomplish our goals at trying to be the best version of ourselves, using all kinds of tricks and ways to be the best as we can be.
But I don't fully agree with the second part of the statement. I don't think that world records will be less impressive, I think now they will be even more impressive, because more and more people will be able to use all kinds of technology so in the end it will still depend on your skill, your determination to be better than others, your training and all things like that. This is all about world records, like the 100 meter dash and such things as that, but if this statement is applied to sports, it's a completely other thing and I hope we will talk about that too. I hope you enjoyed this little discussion. See you in another one. Byeee!
I agree with this statement because I personally think tech and higher valued equipment will definitely be useful to break a world record, even if you trained for years new equipment overpowers and takes control over that. Poorer countries have a slight chance of actually being able to do that as they don’t have the money and tech, so therefore World Records are valued less.
For example: Derara Hurisa an Ethiopian marathon runner, had her victory removed at the 2021 Vienna City Marathon for wearing Adidas Adizero Prime X shoes. These shoes had sole thickness of 50mm, which exceeded the 40mm stack height.
These types of shoes adds the benefit of maximum padding, which absorbs more shock with each step. This is an advantage because it reduces stress on joints, precisely the knees, hips and lower back, which makes them ideal for long distances. Remember this is only one benefit and there are plenty more.
However, others might think that world records are still impressive, I partly agree with this argument as to run these fast, rapid times are insanely impressive and takes YEARS of training. So in conclusion World Records shall still be as impressive but slightly lower in value because of “New Equipment” and “Tech”. This reveals that the Human Body if trained can sprint at supernatural speeds and do many more abnormal talents, but newer equipment and money contributes to this.
Each side has their own way of creative thinking, but to me I agree. Both sides are correct and can believe in their own way.
I disagree with the statement becuase new equiptment doesn't replace an athlete's hard work, talent, or dedication- it simply helps them use their ability more efficently. For example, advanced running shoes may reduce energy loss, but a runner still needs tears of training, discipline, and mental strength to break a world record. Still others might think that records are less impressive today because mordern technology gives athletes advantages that past competitors didn't have, making comparisions across generations seem less fair.
What do you think matters more in breaking records: the athlete's skill or the new technology they use?
I disagree about this topic. Because, the people still like breaking old records. Also, such as the instagram and youtube this site can spread more faster than before. But, I think new equipment can break records easier. But new equipment makes good for efficiency and resilience. So, the players can practice more and develop more than old day.
I agree with this statement. Technology and equipment has improved a lot over time and has helped athletes train much better and perform at a higher level than of without the technology. Modern day equipment make it safer for athletes to improve their performance and reduce injuries. Technology over time have helped athletes and coaches understand the athletes strengths and weakness.
However, some people would argue that too much technology can take away from the fairness of the sport. Not all athletes or teams can afford the latest equipment. Some would argue that hard work, natural skill and determination is what makes sports fun to watch.
With that it would make the sports more interesting if people broke records and go supas human limits. Even if technology gets criticize it makes people find out where their strengths and weakness are. Technology isn't a downgrade its an upgrade to make people better.
Can you give an example of how modern equipment has made sports safer for athletes?
I strongly agree with the statement because the development of technology and advanced modern tools like swimming suits and carbon-fiber running shoes can boost results to break records. For example, Micheal Phelps is an American swimmer who broke the record at the 2008 Beijing games using the "swimming suit".
In fact, the Olympics are celebrating "technology" not athletes who really deserve to be celebrated for their OWN effort and performance. From my point of view, the Olympics shouldn't allow higher levels of technology with athletes in a competition.
Another reason for my point of view is that breaking records became something usual, a routine. Every short time, an athlete breaks a new record, which reduces the fans' excitement and making it less impressive. Fans will feel bored because it became something not special or unique.
Not only that, but also it became much easier than the past. So, the Olympics should appreciate who broke the record with no technology. Imagine how difficult it was? Imagine an athlete running meters on a rough surface with no technology to reduce the risk of injury and effort or even give a little support. Therefore, the Olympics are not fair to celebrate who had the ability to afford latest technology.
However, some might argue that still breaking records is impressive because it requires some efforts and training from an athlete. I disagree with them because equipment nowadays is playing a role bigger than the athletes themselves and they don't rely on their own skills to break records.
Hi, lovely_fruit! I really agree with what you have written. I think that us as human beings do not stop and realise how much effort is put into some people's work. Fans love the feeling of excitement and going bigger, crazier and bolder, and I think that sometimes that blinds us, and we forget what courage and determination truly is. If we are only impressed by the unbelievable stunts and world records broken by people with these modern equipment and technology, we do forget those who may not have what some do. We can often not realise how much dedication people can put in, and how truly amazing everyone who strives to do something is, even if they do not have the money to have more expensive equipment!
Thank you for the very thought-provoking comment, it was really interesting to read! :)
I strongly agree with this statement because new Equipment make breaking record easier and faster. When this equipment did not exist before it was hard for athletes to have an advantage.
Thank you!
I understand where this is coming from, but I partially disagree because technology doesn't break records it helps. A world record signifies human achievement. Technology helps build a human into a better player in their sport. Like carbon-fiber shoes help athletes reach higher peaks. World records make other people work harder, so maybe one day they could be at the top. People also need very good technique in what they are doing. Technology doesn't break records, people need to have the skill, speed, endurance, and mental toughness.
Funny enough tech can sometimes break records. Let's use the 2008 Swimming World Championship, where 98% of records where broken due to use of new technology, but of course I am not saying those people didn't work hard to achieve those new records or even that tech that enhances performance is bad, Im saying that when technology replaces hard work then the entire goal of participating in a competition fades away.
According to my knowledge I agree to this statement because of the following reasons
1. when they say someone stayed the whole day without doing anything but seating or a mathematics question that no in the world can solve it but a small child found the solution and later it is given that it was an AI that performed all of the task how would we feel , we will feel that it was cheating well that is the same way sport technology crossing the line or being used in a race feels like it gives the perspective of cheating and this makes the game less interesting
2. when technology is used in race every body now depends on technology and the game which is meant to make people physically fit end up making them lazy
others might think that it makes the records more interesting or impressive simply because they do the impossible but I advice against that because technology used in world records encourages human being to take more risk even those bigger than them which can cause lost of life's
therefore sport technology enhances cheating while technology used in world records causes lost of lives
THANKS
I agree that sport technology helps in the statement . How it helps by :
In training
In health
Example of how it helps in training is Michael Clark used carbon canvas which are light than ordinary canvas and make it run easier if now his is using the Carbon footwear it will help in his faster and run with out loose energy which is needed to run long distance and marathon.
In health for example Michael Clark use a smart watch that look his heart while running and how his body needs to rest may be he is becoming weak the watch will tell he how long to sleeping this will allow the body to heal, example 3 hours, 5 hours.
All these tools help to do better in sport and allow people to break records easier
I disagree with this statement because new equipment can be exploited for bad reasons.For example,game manipulation ,contract fraud and or Extortion and pervasive threats athletes or officials and staff.However,others might feel that they will agree because of that can improve what they watching the tech track the ball or tool that is used in the sport.
I see where you're coming from, but I agree with the statement because the added technology makes it way easier for someone to break a record. That's what makes it less impressive now because you are using less of your natural ability with the new equipment. For example, the world record for the deepest dive was 103 meters without fins or gear which made it impressive since the person took their own power and their use of breath. With new equipment like weights and fins, it would be less impressive since world records are to recognize one's natural athletic abilities and capabilities.
I agree with the statement because to have a 'world record' on something, it requires you to use your abilities at your fullest, and with those abilities, you can achieve a world record. For example, the Fastest Women Marathon was won by Paula Radcliffe in 2003. To achieve her title, she used her best abilities to finish without that new equipment. If she were to use that new equipment, she would not have gotten praised for being a fast runner. However, others might feel like using new equipment makes it even more admirable for knowing how to use that equipment, it may make others feel using new equipment makes achieving the world record more creditable.
hi I think that todays lesson was great as I LOVE sport
What sports in particular do you like?
Well I like football , gymnastics , running and netball . In fact I've got a netball club after school.
I partly agree but also dissagree because records would mean more if people used skill instead of tec but if you use tec that might still using skill.
All I have to say is that one cannot gain success without hard work unless one cheats. For example Christiano Ronaldo trains two or three times per day not per week , the question now is why does he do that , he does that to keep on getting better day by day.
So one can not tell me that you can seat on your comfort zones and gain success . The world is transforming day by day and technology has come to aid us not to do the work for us, so we should learn to always keep on becoming better day by day because we can not allow artificial intelligence to make us useless in the world. Thank you.
Even though new equipment may make world records easier, I still think that they are the same amount of difficulty.
The reason why is because the other competitors going against them could have new equipment as well. Since they have that new equipment, that also gives them a tech-vantage. The equipment could also bring the person out their shell, showing their real talent which just needed a boost.
As well, because of the new adapted equipment, the fans in the audience may find it more exciting and new. That could bring more funds in and make the sport more popular. With new equipment, it could also keep the people who play the sport on their toes. They would keep going with the sport because they would look forward to more advanced equipment. That means they would stick with the sport for a long period time and become more into it.
So after this conclusion, I do agree with the statement.
Thank you.
Do you think new equipment makes sports more fair or less fair?
I somewhat agree with this statement but if you use technology to enhance your abilities in sports, providing better training then I think we could break records, making them actually seem more impressive as we have reached lengths that no one has done before. However, it can also be seen as less impressive as everything is not based on just purely human skill. I know that some running shoes are actually banned in races so it really depends.
When a world record is broken now, it feels like it’s less impressive, because the achievement might be partly due to better equipment, not just the athlete’s talent & hard work. In short, the credit feels shared between the athlete and the technology.
Modern equipment has undoubtedly helped athletes break records by reducing physical limitations. For example, carbon-plated running shoes improve energy return & advanced swimsuits once reduced drag so effectively that many swimming records were broken within a short period. This highlights the positive role of technology in sport, as it encourages innovation, enhances performance & helps athletes reach higher levels of efficiency.
At the same time, equipment can influence how records are achieved. Athletes or countries with access to more advanced gear may gain an added advantage, which can shape competitive outcomes. This does not diminish athlete's dedication or effort, but it suggests that world records today reflect a combination of talent, training, and technological support. Therefore, modern record-breaking performances continue to be impressive, while also emphasizing the importance of fair regulations to ensure balanced competition.
I feel like I agree, but there are some other elements to it. New and modern equipment will most certainly help world records be harder to achieve, but they will also make record winners seem much more talented and dedicated to their passion. And sometimes, when we are in a world of technology where virtually everything seems possible by computers and AI, a stunning human feat of bravery and dedication is somehow even a little more impressive, due to the record winner being us - not a robot! Even though it is easier to run faster than someone in, say, even the 1990s, that does not mean that we will not find it impressive! We too are progressing with technology, and therefore we can still see when something is amazing! It just means that we will still be very impressed and wowed by the record - breaker, but in a way that we appreciate that new technology is a factor that makes it different from that one shocking person in 1990.
However, some places do not have access to this technology. It is awfully unfair that someone could be faster than someone else, but can't beat them because the other has better shoes! It feels terribly wrong that before anyone from anywhere could beat someone, but now only the richest of the wealthy can.
Therefore, I feel that our technology actually makes things seem more 'crazy' and new records have that wow factor, but I think that we also need to keep in mind that not everyone can afford this new technology, and that perhaps there should be some new rules against this, or equipment should be more accessible.
Honestly, it is a bit of a tricky one to answer. On one hand, seeing a world record broken is still the most exciting thing about sports, but it is also a bit different from what it used to be, you know? Back in the day, it felt like it was just who worked the hardest or who was born with the most talent, but nowadays it seems like a lot of it is about who has the best technology.
For example, if you look at swimming or running, the athletes wear "super suits" or carbon fiber shoes that function as springs. It makes you wonder if the records mean anything because the technology is doing some of the work for them. If you were to take a runner from fifty years ago and give them the same shoes and the same fancy diet as a runner today, they might still be the fastest runner in the world. Sometimes it feels like we aren't cheering for the person, we’re cheering for the scientists who made their technology.
But then again, you have to literally be a superhero to get anywhere near the record. Even with the best shoes in the world, I could not run a marathon in two hours! And the pressure is much higher today, too, since everyone is watching on social media and recording everyone's every move. It takes a lot of courage to break a record when millions of people are judging you.
So, I think they do still have meaning, but they are different. A record today is like the whole human race and technology winning, whereas back then, it was just one person and what they could do on their own with a little bit of determination and a pair of basic sneakers.
I agree with that statement because, records are usually about people seeing how far they can push themselves, and going beyond their normal limits, when tech gets involved in that its less about how much work you put in and its more of a competition of who has more funding or access to the latest gadget. For example, 2008 the year where full body, buoyant and drag-reducing polyurethane suits led to 98% of records being broken at the 2009 World Championships, they were banned in 2010 due to making the previous records useless. However, others might feel that it takes more than deep pockets to win medals, and that's true but when tech alone lets people get ahead for less work, causing others to have a massive disadvantage, it really spoils the fun of the game, sure it might look entertaining ,but no good sports fan would want to see their favourite athlete on the podium knowing that their work is not the reason their up there.
I agree with the statement because each year, equipment for sports gets advanced and makes sports easier. For example, athletes use special shoes to run efficiently and faster when they are running. In older times, they used shoes that they were not as advanced and less efficient. However others might feel like it's not cheating because they don't realize that they're using shoes that make them faster. There is always something that gives an advantage in every sport. However I think they should use regular equipment that the company gives them.
I agree in a way with this statement because, yes, our enhanced, new technology is making achieving a world record feel more easier than normal. For example, people are getting stronger as equipment keeps on improving and improving, like shoes, training gear, newer and modern vehicles, etc.. But, it's still very hard to beat a whole world record; as there are many people with even better gear of their own. Some people may disagree fully because the comment seems absurd, since people still have raw talent even if we have more benefiting modern equipment. To conclude this, I only slightly agree with this because they have a point of the equipment being more advantageous than back then. Not fully, though.
I agree with this statement because new equipment gives people great advantages that help them achieve breaking records easier. For example: specialized, aerodynamic helmets used in cycling reduce wind resistance and significantly improve speeds. However, people might say that athletes are still working hard,using their real skill to achieve records, and that the new equipment only enhances abilities slightly. I agree with this, but it is still unfair to people who have achieved records without using technology and new equipment since they have had to work harder.
I agree with the statement because with equipment and technology getting better, it can help athletes by giving them an advantage. And with those advantages, it makes things easier for athletes. For example, it makes things easier by upgrading equipments such as shoes and diving gear. And technology also makes it easier to break records without having to train or practice as much, back then people worked hard to break records. Technology can help athletes in many different ways and some of the ways I already stated.
I do really agree with this phrase, because it gives teams lacking the new equipment a disadvantage. It also shows a lack of variety and most records held by those people or teams will be so expected. Besides, if it's the same type of advanced team getting those types of records, it would be pointless to call the Olympics a 'World Event', while it's not representing the World as a whole. Examples of these countries include the US, Great Britain, France, China, Germany etc. I think if poorer countries like Nauru, Somalia, and Belize had more time, and more investment in equipment given by some countries part of NATO or from richer countries, in general, just to balance it out, I think it'll be very interesting and more exciting.
I strongly agree with this statement because recent equipment like shoes, swimsuits, etc improve the gameplay of athletes which makes the sport less interesting and less impressive. For example, runners use shoes that increase their speed. However, some athletes don't use advanced equipment that helps them though, most athletes use equipment that helps them. Athletes use these equipment to break records easily. "Successful" athletes actually aren't really successful with their equipment, they help the sport stay up, but what's the point?
In conclusion, I agree with this statement.
I partly agree with the statement because new equipment and technology can make it easier for athletes to break records. For example, in speed skating and skiing, lighter suits, improved skis, and better ice conditions help athletes move faster than athletes in the past. This means that some records are broken not only because of talent and hard work, but also because technology gives modern athletes an advantage.
However, others might feel that records are still impressive because athletes still need skill, discipline, and determination to succeed. Even with the best equipment, athletes must train for many years and perform under pressure. Because of this, world records still matter, but they now show a combination of human talent and advanced technology rather than talent alone.
There is a difference though because separating records is a thing so you could have one with tech and a record without tech . So records are still impressive . In addition some records cannot use computers because we don't have advanced enough tech to use computers. Besides athletes still need some sort of ability to be able to hold a record even if they did use computers.
Hello! As a professional swimmer, I totally disagree with the statement because, without talent, records can't be broken even if you have the best equipment and training routines possible.
What's the point of being the best if you do not own a world record? The record could be a reward for all the hard work and sacrifices you and your team (coaches, parents, sponsors and teammates) that encouraged you from the point it all started.
Technology will never win titles without the determination and perseverance of a dreaming athlete.
Only those who didn't participate in any sports competition would think a world record now would be meaningless and just some numbers on the scoreboard, while for an athlete, it could mean the whole world to them.
Do sports and never give up on your dreams!
I think richer countries can buy every
sports technology,for example,there were two olympics champions in ice skating who used a coat on them which has more length,due to that they were able to do more stunts with a less amount of force,they won't the olympics without the knowledge of judges but when the judges came to know about it they actually disqualified the
olympics champions. They done it because it wasn't fair but if every country could afford it,it will become as a legal one,but if it happen I agree with the statement,because with the help of the coat they could do stunts
and tricks in a easy way,that the skaters really more on the coat then on there talent so ,I think if every countries could actually afford it the line "New equipment makes breaking records easier, so now world records will be less impressive."become true
I agree because a lot of people all ready have world records and it’s a huge advantage for athletes to win more world records. And to have better bikes, shoes and ski stuff would be great advantage for the athletes.
I agree with the statement because if your doing a snow board jump and your snow board is more flexible so it will help get a higher jump.
Yes, but not very much, in the past, sport was a game, not an important thing in the first place, technology did not exist, and it was just dreams. If someone at that time got a record or broke a record, it would remain a very impressive thing, and this person remains a champion, but now it is a normal thing because it happened a lot before that, but in cases and situations in the sense that if it were a champions league or a competition worldwide or a competition, it would not work much, for example, once every ten years, here records differ, and this is from my point of view
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i think equipment because it helps their physical body and also it helps them get more fit.it also helps you have more speed and stamina you also feel energised as well and that is why i think equipment is better.
I partly agree with the statement because when people use technology most things that you do seem easier like if I used it to cheat on a test it would make it seem easier for me, same like in sport. For example, in Tennis if you had an electronic racket that would make you hit more balls better so that's a disadvantage. And why I partly agree is its unfair but it makes everything look easier which only a few people can get if they have loads of money. So that's why I partly agree with the statement.
I agree with the statement because the equipment makes you jump more . for example in soccer Cristiano Ronaldo is 5th in jumping the highest and score.however, others might feel that he deserves 3 or 2 because there wasn't no special equipment.
If new technology makes breaking records easier, would world records not be impressive?
I agree that if new technology is released, world records would be dull and easily broken because if technology keeps evolving over time, there will be no fun with no challenges to overcome. I would like sports technology to fix problems with sports instead of making sports easier.
Technology has been evolving since the first computer, all the way to the latest phone.If tech evolves too much, it will soon just be people getting medals from the advantages of tech instead of skill and talent. I think tech is making sports easier, but it’s also making sports non-competitive.
Can you explain what you mean by "people getting medals from the advantages of tech"?
I disagree with that argument because it presents world records as victims of technology, not reflections of human ambition in a changing world. Gear does not remove difficulty, it reconfigures it. Today's athletes compete in a world where the difference between victory and defeat is infinitesimal, and the pressure is unrelenting . Of course, high performance sprint shoes or advanced swimsuits may reduce drag, but they also increase the level of competition. The higher the bar, the harder it is to stand out. To break a record today often requires flawless performance, unshakeable concentration, and the strength to withstand the world's gaze in the moment. Yet, some will say that technology undermines the significance of world records by obscuring their connection to the past. They worry that innovation will overshadow achievements.This concern is valid, but it overlooks a fundamental aspect of sports: Excellence has always marched alongside innovations. World records are not immutable figures inscribed in history, they are dynamic measures that reflect the changing rules of sport, culture, and understanding. What sustains their value is not a similar environment from one generation to the next but the uncertainty inherent in every contest. With controlled and accessible innovation, world records remain awe- inspiring because they remain measures of risk, tenacity, and that fleeting instant when an athlete transcends what all others, equipped with the same technology, believed possible.
Eager to hear others' views!!
Honestly, it's a bit too simple to say records are 'less impressive' just because of better tech. Sure, we have carbon shoes and high-tech gear now, but every athlete is using them, so the competition is still just as brutal. It's not just about biology anymore; it's about how humans and tech work together. Every generation has its own 'tools'-back then it was better tracks, now it's better engineering. At the end of the day, someone still has to put in the insane hours of training to actually break the record. We're just seeing the next level of what humans can do when we our brains and our bodies at the same time. After all Tech is just the stage; the athlete is still the star of the show.
I agree with the statement because modern equipment can give athletes a boost advantage that wasn't made back then. Now we have better shoes with air compression ,and better technology bikes, and these equipment now can make breaking the world record easier and less surprising.
I agree with this statement because back in the old days they didn't have the equipment me we have today making it hard to do those things.For example,Gertrude Ederle setting the world record for swimming the English faster than any man ever.Another one was how Wilt Chamberlain's world record was a 100-point NBA game.So yes I agree that new equipment makes breaking records easier,so now world records will be less impressive.
I agree that technology helps athletes perform better. With more up to date and improved equipment, it's much easier to break records. Aside from that, in the past, there was not as much technology as it is now, making it quite unfair. When you use technology in sports it takes away from the whole point of it. Therefore, when you break a record, it doesn't mean as much , since technology is helping you.
I agree with this statement. In my opinion, I agree because many famous athletes use technology and they are still very good at the sport they play. You could use technology to help you in many ways, like tracking your time and helping you practice when you're alone. It also helps referees. Replays help you if the referee didn't see it, and it corrects a foul if the referee didn't see what happened. Technology can help players on what they need to train for next. Tech pushes players to their limits, and gives players confidence to keep trying until they have mastered the skill that they are working on. I think technology takes you up, not pull you down, but it does make world records less exciting because if you use equipment, like more advanced equipment, the world record wouldn't really matter to anyone but the person who beat it.
However, many individuals might disagree with me because it gives players an advantage. Some teams don't have as much tech as other teams. Players may also have better quality equipment so they are more skilled than other teams. Some teams can have better quality balls and shoes or better quality dummies to help them train better than other teams. People might think that players are lazy for using technology instead of using your raw skill. I can see why people think that because using no technology might help you improve better than using technology. But using no technology would make the world record awesome and most people would love it. if they use normal equipment, that would show pure talent.
I agree because when you use equipment it helps the challenges get easier and better . If you use old
equipment it will get worn out and it will make it harder.
Can you give some examples of equipment?
I agree with this statement because there is some technology that is just very useless or unfair. For example, some athletes use tech to help them instead of using raw strength or their stamina like others that set records before them. However, others might disagree with me and say, "but the tech they use is only to measure their heart rate or to see how fast they go." Some people just don't break records like people in the past did.
I think that with new technology everyday and technology getting better all the time it expands the amount of records that can be broken. I think that this will make breaking records easier therefore not mattering as much. Also it makes a record that you have broken easier to beat with the technology advancing constantly.
Technology is helping people break records that should be impossible for the normal human. No one should be able to beat a cheetah, but somehow someone was able to beat It with speed and technology and got a record for it. There is a sport that you can fly with a machine, while actual people do not get records for actually working and sweating. Some people on track use technology and it makes them faster. I think for the sake of track, people should run with only socks on so no one can cheat.
I have to agree because using technology is kinda an unfair advantage in sports. It's making the sports not fun anymore. I think that having technology in sports is unfair to the other team because one team has the advantage and the other team doesn't. If we keep using technology in sports soon people would try to make new records and end up hurting themselves and records will be less impressive. I think records are being broken because people now use technology instead of real talent. People used to use their talent and set records, but now people are using technology to set records.
I partially agree as technology in sport has come much farther than some would like to admit. New gear items are being created that could let an athlete who has been training for two years give the performance of an athlete who has been training for ten years without them putting in as much effort, which could mean that records are being awarded to undeserving athletes. Records were created to show who is the best of the best in different aspects of society, not who has the best of the best equipment. However, some are still holding onto the belief that technology alone is not enough; human skill and talent are needed on top of that, which makes them believe that world records are still highly impressive and commendable. I understand this reasoning as well, as nothing has yet been invented of that complexity but as technology develops and genius minds come into the picture, I have no doubt that in the future, response and opinions will change.
I disagree with the statement because I don't think that if someone has done a world record
with the modern tech and that's a thing that is not breakable, someone can break it if they can find a new tech
And I don't think that tech is used to make records, they help us in such a way that is used for making the record more easier or making it less effort
So I think that if we use tech in such a way that is helping in training or in practice to make records but it takes more effort to make records even there are Tech's
So i don't think that records are less impressive
Yes,I agree with you decesive_attention. I agree with you because I don't think tech makes world records any less impressive because you still need:
1; A lot of training
2; persistence and determination
3; It's a record that is national,which makes it harder to beat without these skills and determination.
Tech might make them look easier,but how would they reach that record without the tech? Without tech,what would you train with? Tech also protects people,so without tech you could get hurt trying to complete these records.
Hi!! I see your point, and I agree that technology often supports training and practice rather than breaking records, and it can make preparation more efficient, but even with technological tools, athletes and performers still need talent, practice, dedication and hard work to achieve world records. Technology can make training more efficient or help to reduce effort, but it doesn't replace physical and mental effort.
To conclude, I think that records are very important because they show the practice, discipline and effort behind the achievement. So, even if technology is used, it doesn't make records less impressive, amazing or inspiring.
I agree with the statement because modern equipment can give an athlete an advantage with things we didn't have before.things like swimsuits,shoes and more can improve speed but can also make things easier for the player .For example in running there are types of shoes that help you run a lot easier which allows people to make records much easier .
However other people might think different because with the modern equipments it helps someone who has been through medical things (for example they might of been through a surgery or has just come out of the hospital) to compete and take part in whatever sport they like.People may also think that it is still the athletes raw ability to actually win a competition ,break a record or compete in the olympics.But medically a person may need these modern days equipment to do things like physio therapy . They may also think that with modern equipment ,it shows what the athlete can really do.
But I still strongly agree.
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I don't agree but I also kind of do. Although breaking records has become easier over the years with improving technology that you use to practice and train, you can not break records with just the equipment by itself,you need different skills to actually reach a goal. Reaching records is still impressive because you need years and years of training to reach the goal you want. It is especially hard if it is already a incredibly high score.
Can you explain what different skills you need?
There are many skills you need, for example,You need a lot of training for track. The skill is persistence but equipment also goes together in the olympics.Low quality equipment and lower quality training facilities have either more outdated equipment or none at all. Having better quality equipment helps them train better and get more help for the competition. Without this help,lower funded teams would not reach their full potential and 9 times out of 10 will lose the race from not unlocking that skill and not training as well as the better funded teams.
I believe that technology and sports equipment have improved a lot over time; this has helped athletes train better and perform at higher levels. New equipment, such as better shoes or improved rackets, allows athletes to maximize their potential because they can run faster or throw the ball farther. However, it is true that this can make breaking records easier, which may make some records seem less impressive than in the past. Even so, from my point of view, the most important thing is the effort and discipline of the athletes, because without dedication they could not achieve these accomplisments. Today, sports achievments are greater than they were three decades ago. Do you think this happens solely because of new technologies, or because people have improved their capacity for sports?
Can you say more on why discipline is important?
I agree with this statement. Training in sports for has advanced to the point where it now resembles a scientific experiment. These days athletes use motion sensors, smart watches, and video replays to track their exact running speed, jump height, and even level physical exhaustion. They can train more intelligently and correct minor errors that have a significant impact rather than just running laps and hoping for the best.
Additionally, there have been significant advancements in modern equipment such as lighter shoes, better-designed balls and protective gear that keeps athletes safe. These advancements allow at least to train for longer periods of time, recovery more quickly, and perform better without suffering injuries as frequently. Athletes are now working smarter rather than harder because of technology, which enables them to perform at higher levels than in the past.
I conclusion what I think is that technology has turned athletes into superheroes minus the capes.
I don't agree with the statement because records are still important and difficult to achieve. So although is true that technology makes it easier, record are still impressive because of the effort of achieving them.
To start, as athletes work a lot to earn those record they are still exciting. Besides, human beings always develop technology and technique, so it's obvious that records will be breaking in the future with or without technology, which doesn't mean they are less or more important than in the past.
However, it's completely true that it's easier thanks to technology but that just means we are increasing our level as humans, we are capable of more. Therefore, that's the reason why I don't agree completely with the statement though part of it is true.
I strongly agree with the statement because records honestly do not hit the same anymore. When I hear that a world record was broken, I am not shocked like I used to be. My first reaction is usually wondering what new equipment or technology helped make it happen. That takes away from the moment because it feels like the record was designed to be broken, not earned in a once-in-a-lifetime way.
In the past, records felt untouchable. Usain Bolt and many people like him were looked on like gods. They stood for years and made athletes seem almost superhuman. Now, with faster shoes, better suits, and smarter training technology, records fall so often that they stop feeling special. I still respect the athletes and how hard they work, but when technology keeps moving the goalposts, records start to feel temporary and less meaningful. Some people might say this is just progress and that records are meant to be broken. I disagree because if records are broken too easily, they stop representing human limits and start representing how advanced our equipment has become.
I believe that using technology in sports isn’t harmful at all, because, for example, it can help you improve and develop. If your coach is unavailable one day, you can rely on technology or even ask something like ChatGPT for guidance on what to do. For instance, if your coach can’t make it, you could get workout suggestions and dietary advice to meet your calorie goals. So, I’m definitely in favor of integrating technology into sports; it’s not a bad thing at all, and it can definitely help you get better, especially if you’re not performing well at the moment.
I agree with this statement because technology helps athletes improve their performance and clarify their routines, allowing them to score higher points. It is not just useful, but extremely powerful when used rightly and within the rules of the sport.
For example, devices such as breathing monitors and heart rate monitors can detect sudden spikes or drops in an athlete’s condition that could lead to serious medical emergencies. These devices can make coaches and officials aware during competitions, allowing them to stop the performance and protect the athlete’s health.
However, others may disagree because not all teams or athletes can afford advanced technology. This creates imbalance , as those without access to these devices may be at a disadvantage, which could affect final scores.
Despite these differences, both sides can agree that sport should still be based on pure skill, discipline, and hard work rather than relying too heavily on artificial assistance.
I agree with the statement because new equipment can make breaking records easier. For example, runners today have special shoes that help them bounce more, so they don’t get tired as fast. This means someone might beat an old world record not just because they trained hard, but because their equipment helped them go faster. That can make some records feel less impressive than before.
However, I also think records still matter because athletes still have to work really hard. Not everyone who wears the same shoes breaks a world record, so skill and effort are still important. I think records don’t mean less, but we should think about how they were broken, not just the number.
Another thing this links to is fairness and money. Rich countries and teams can buy the best equipment, but poorer athletes might not have it, even if they are just as talented. This is similar to other topics like technology in school or video games, where having better tools can give people an advantage. So technology can be helpful, but it can also make things unfair if everyone doesn’t get the same chance.
One way to make things better would be to help athletes in poorer countries get access to the latest gear. This way, the best athletes could shine no matter where they come from, and records would still be exciting because we know talent is what really counts.
I partly disagree with this statement because while new equipment can help athletes perform better, it does not make world records automatically less impressive. Records are still broken by athletes who train for years, push their physical and mental limits, and perform under intense pressure. For example, in athletics, lighter running shoes and improved track surfaces may help with efficiency, but an athlete still needs exceptional speed, strength, and discipline to break a world record. I agree with some Topical Talkers who say that technology has always been part of sport and that records from different eras cannot be compared in exactly the same way. However, others might feel that modern equipment gives athletes an unfair advantage and makes it easier to achieve results that were once considered extraordinary. While this view is understandable, I believe records remain impressive because they reflect how human performance continues to evolve alongside technology, rather than being replaced by it.
I disagree with this statement because new technology can make records easier to break, but that doesn't automatically make them less impressive. Records have always been connected to technology with the use of better shoes, bikes, training exercises and even the athlete's diet. What usually changes isn't whether records matter, but what they measure.
I agree with this statement since in our daily life all things changes with these passing years and a change makes our life go smoother by offering helpful options and this may also be found in sports.
For example players use smart watches to measure their heartbeats through time and this would be greatly important for players to know if they had heart problems.
In conclusion, changes may be a good thing throughout humans life. As an example, people throughout time tried to measure time through water, shadow, sand until we invented the digital clocks.
Hello Topical Talkers,
I strongly disagree with this statement because in my opinion, technology does not take over our skills. Instead, it is used to help athletes train better, not to set records for them.
For example, smartwatches help athletes track their sleep, run distance and speed. This data helps them manage their energy not cheat. Another good example is running shoes, they are designed to make athletes feel comfortable and protect them from injuries during long races. Using these tools is just like having a better coach to improve your skills.
However, others might argue that technology plays too big a role and makes the records less impressive.
In conclusion, I believe that modern technology is not cheating at all. It simply helps athletes reach their full power so the records remain truly impressive.
Thanks for reading ☺️
Yes,the new sports equipment is making it easier to break world records and yesthe world records are becoming less interesting .A world record required excerting a lot of effort and training. Technology is doing it all for us,so why should sports people bother? They need that technician with the correct apps and equipment to win the competitions.We re really watching wins made by equipments and apps.
When these are moved,world record will become harder or rather imposiible to break.The question is :Is it really fair to use these? What if these are not avilable for all to hvae? WHere are we pushing the games to ?The country with the most advanced technology. world records made by machines are meant for machines to watch.
I fully disagree with statement, because some new tech are invented to give an abnormal buff in the pace, which are used in the daily/before competing routine, which later have a horrible side effect. Like a boost in heart rate which can lead to a seizure.
Some would argue that some tools are validated in competitions and can lead to a new record speed, but as I thought, all the kits that have these variables ARE powerful, but all teams have them, making it a near must-have for the competitors.
Tools like a heart rate accelerator or steady maker can lead to medical conditions that would lead to them being disqualified from the competition. the winter games check for extraordinary
symptoms on the competitors even after the game to check for any bad-use of technology.
I have a point that the last part of the statement IS true because if we all use *new and improve tech*, we would still have competition with each other, but the old records will be dumped as history
I agree with the statement because it´s true that you can improve with these advantages, and as a result, achieve records that maybe you couldn´t without the equipment. However, others might feel that it´s also true that no matter what kind of technology you have if don´t work hard, try it and try it and be constant. In sports, practising is the most important thing,
Can you say why you say "practising is the most important thing"?
Yes!! Practise is the foundation of athletes success, transforming into potential skills, it also builds more accurate movements and highways, creating the famous, " muscle memory " In dance, is very common. As well as that, you can focus more in strategy and making complex movements automatic. In conclusion, technology helps, yes, but practise is what places you into race.
In an earlier comment, I put that I disagree with this statement because of how much work athletes have to put in to get a record. But, I re-thought about it, and now I agree with this statement. This is because, when athletes cheat to get records, it makes the genuine ones seem a bit fake and people don't take it as seriously. Also, athletes have much better equipment to train with than millions of others, that seems a bit unfair. So, when an 'ordinary' person gets a record people are amazed, but still might wonder whether they ACTUALLY didn't have any high-tech resources. Then it just takes away from the effects of a really impressive record. So, in conclusion, I agree with this statement.
It's true that technology and equipment have improved a lot sports since they help athletes to not get injured and to train better. I agree with it, however, I differ from the idea that now records are less impressive.
I see eye to eye with those who say some athletes use technology to make achievements easier. Nevertheless, for achieving world records, athletes need to have talent and discipline and a crucial point to work hard to reach them. It's not enough only with technology, it's not that easy.
In conlusion, technology can improve performance, but this doesn't mean achievements are less meaningful.
I disagree with this statement because, as technology improves, it does not anoint everyone a champion, it actually expands the bar. Faster suits, better gear, lighter shoes are within reach, but only a few break away from the pack. The difference is the true record. While thousands wore advanced suits, only a few changed the record book. In track, carbon plates did not make champions. What sets the record breaker apart is not the use of technology but accuracy. As technology advances, the sport actually became tougher. In the old days, errors in track, timing or equipment might have masked errors. But now, nothing can hide anything. The athlete who crosses the finish line first is not aided by technology, they are revealed by it. One wrong move, one wrong choice, one moment of panic, and you're out. Some might disagree that technology undermines fairness, arguing that it reduces competition to a contest of resources rather than ability. But modern day sports are not just about talent, it's about standing out in a crowd that has the same tools, same science, and the same advantages. In this scenario, winning is not enhanced, it is irrefutable evidence of beter performance. And that's the real record.
I disagree with the statement because although there are advantages, points in sport are given for talent and skill, records still mean the same. For example Usain Bolt ( Fastest man in the world) grew up in poverty therefore had a lack of resources yet still broke many records! Something that modern technology could not beat. In addition, although there are many clothing advantages sports competitions are putting in rules where participants wear the same material, so there is no inequality.
What do you think about my opinion?
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I both agree and disagree, because, on one hand, I think that new technology can help people break records, so you could argue that this makes records less impressive, but also, because records keep getting broken, breaking a record today is harder than it was in the past, despite new technology, simply because the current records are higher. Also in the distant past, people didn't keep track of records the way they do today, so arguably, records are more impressive today even if they're easier to break, because people have more interest in them, and find them more impressive.
I looked at a graph of the men's 100 metres world records from 1900-2009, and I noticed that the dots were much more clustered, meaning the record was being broken more often from the 1950s onwards. You could put this down to new inventions in sport technology making records easier to break, and conclude that records today are less impressive, but i don't think this is the full picture, because I also noticed that, from the 1950s, the slope of the dots gets less steep, meaning that, although the records are being broken more often, they are being broken by less, suggesting they are becoming harder to beat, so you could also say that records today are just are just as impressive, if not more. But then, when I did further research, I found out that Guinness World Records was established in 1955, so I think that this goes a long way to explain the patterns I noticed in the graph, because when world records became popularised more people try to break them, and people consider them impressive and note-worthy, so these days, I think people consider world records more impressive than people did when world records first became a thing, and I would argue that what makes something impressive is whether people think it's impressive.
I don't think records now mean less nowadays. When an old record is beaten using newer equipment, what athletes are doing isn't cheating, it's innovating. Just because the methods used for aquiring the records are different doesn't make them any less of a feat. Yes, I understand that there are certain advantages granted by modern equipment, however better training is still training, and the hard work an athlete puts in to achieve a record isn't worth less because they were able to access better technology. I believe that we shouldn't view newer records as 'cheating' or 'less than' but rather we should see them as innovative and proof of advancement. We shouldn't hold athletes back by saying their records don't count for as much because that's like saying their efforts don't count for as much and even though there is performance enhancing technology out there, it is regulated and even is used is simply allowing athletes to fully bring out their talent and potential.
I agree with this statement because if technology can help break more records and make things less impressive. For example, racing can become less interesting because a lot of people will set records and it becomes boring and less people attend and there will be no more money, and the records will mean less to some people.
I partly agree with this statement.
New equipment can help athletes run faster or jump higher, so breaking records can be easier than before. Because of this, some people think that records are less impressive.
However, athletes still need to train very hard and be very talented. Equipment helps, but cannot break records on its own. So, world records are still impressive.
I disagree that new equipment makes world records less impressive. Athletes still need extraordinary talent, strength, and tenacity to break records despite technological advancements. For example, having better shoes or equipment does not guarantee success in football or other sports without careful training. Records cannot be broken by equipment alone; years of experience and a positive attitude are more crucial. However, some people might think that technology gives athletes an unfair advantage and makes it easier to break records. I still think world records are impressive because they show how hard athletes work, not just how advanced the equipment is.
I think it depends because in part new and modern equipment can give an advantage to athletes, some equipment such as bikes, boots, shoes, special clothes, swimsuites and many other materials, can improve or amplify your qualities. However, the world records needs more than a good equipment, you need skills than no many people have. That skills are the result of strenght, discipline and hours of hard work to reach that high records.
So I think good equipment can give a little advance but you need very good skills to get that level so is a record too.
I partially agree with the statement because it is true that technologies have improved a lot over time, and right now, we are having the most advanced technology ever. On contrast, I also think that breaking records is still impressive, maybe not as impressive as it was in the past, but it still is. Could you imagine being the best at something, all over the world? It requires a lot of effort, talent and many failed attempts.
For example, better facilities can help runners to do their best, as well as carbon plate shoes, which can improve runners' times and make them faster, eventhough there are only a few seconds more.
However, others may feel that records right now are not impressive, because everyone thinks that something is easy to reach until they have to do it. Athletes must focus on their skills, and still train and try so many times. They must show themselves that they have discipline, and then, show it to the world.
I don´t completely agree with this statement. It is true that improvements in equipment allow athletes to achieve better records, but this doesn´t necessarily reduce the value of their achievements. Equipment is just one factor that influences sports results, but in my opinion it is not the most important one. Other factors, such as effort, training ability, habits and physical conditions, are more important.
However, I think that current records cannot be compared with those from the past, as these resources were not as developed at that time. In other words, the development of modern equipment makes it unfair to compare past and present results, but it doesn´t reduce the merit of what athletes achieve today.
I disagree with the statement because nowadays we have more opportunities than people who did sports before, so the records also have to adapt to the new society. As everything, sports need to continue developing in a technical way (new strategies, concepts, nutrition...) and a technological one (new prosthesis, equipment...) that finally entails better records. It`s true that ancient athletes competed in harder conditions and had fewer resources so they also must have that recognition. Therefore, new records show human evolution so modern athletes shouldn´t be underestimated just for having better opportunities.
I agree that record mean alot in an sporting activities reasons being that is when a sport is being engaged in it should be recorded so that that any mistake made by the refree can be checked. And to prevent disorganized games so as to know people who participated in the sports or not and makes sure that every thing is going smoothly. So it is best that we keep record so that they will not be any misunderstanding .
I don't agree at the 100% with this statement because it is true that equipment now is better, but before, athletes were not as prepared as now and they still hold records. For example, Usain Bolt is not from this era and he, I think, stills holding the world record of the 100 metres dash with a mark of 9.58 seconds and the world record of the 200 metres dash with an outstanding mark of 19.19 seconds. Now it is true that records are not as "important" as before, but it is not because of the athletes, is about the fans, who only want to see his favourite athlete/team win and the records are secondary. But in lots of sports, for exapmle 100 metres and 200 metres dash, the record is almost impossible to reach and Usain was prepared. In conclussion, records still very important, but fans dont give them that importance. I obviously understand other opinion and I would be very happy to read them.
I partly agree with the statement.
New technology and equipment, such as lighter shoes, better swimsuits, and advanced training tools, do make it easier for athletes to perform at a higher level. Because of this, some records are broken more often, which can make them seem less special than before.
However, world records are still impressive. Athletes still need exceptional talent, dedication, and mental strength to reach the top. Technology may help, but it does not replace hard work or competition. Records still represent the best performance of their time, even if the conditions have changed.
I partly agree with this statement because new equipment doesn't just make breaking records easier but changes what we even consider a 'record' to be. Traditionally, records tested physical limits - how fast, how high, how strong a person could be using their body alone. However when technological equipment is involved and becomes a major factor, records start to measure other things, like how well humans and technology work together as a team, not just one persons ability. In this sense, world records are less about human performance and more about creativity in being able to use tools to 'be better'.
For example, a runner wearing advanced, high technology shoes may run faster not only because the shoe helps propel them forward but because the athlete has learnt to adapt their own skills to take advantage of that piece of equipment. That record is then just an example of the ability of that runner being able to adapt to match the technology, not just speed.
However, I think that world records are still impressive as they show us something deeper about progress. Equipment alone cannot drastically improve an athletes performance as they must also learn how to use it effectively, which requires experience, skill and determination. They show how we learn not only to push our bodies, but systems that we work with, to exceed limits. We could even look at these records as reflections of the evolution of technology and the vast equipment made all over the world to help achieve these records.
Thank you and I hope to read more about others opinions and perspectives!
I strongly disagree with the statement above. I believe that new equipment and technology make it harder to break records, not easier. Yes, the equipment can make it easier to break world records, but not everyone has access to this equipment. those who want to break records either need to be much better than those who have access to the best equipment, or need to somehow find a way to access the best equipment.
someone incredibly skilled with less advanced equipment may not be able to overpass someone less skilled if they do not have access to advanced equipment. The 2009 World Aquatic Championships is a prime example of this happening. at this event, Michael Phelps, one of the most accomplished swimmers in the world, was defeated in the 200 metre freestyle by swimmer Paul Bidermann. Bidermann competed in the Arena XGide polyurethane suit. Phelps was clearly more advanced than Biderman. It was the equipment that posed an unfair advantage. Polyurethane suits were later banned and the next year, Michael Phelps was able to regain dominance.
In conclusion, new equipment can actually make breaking records MORE impressive due to the unfair advantages that can be posed by this equipment and the struggle to get advanced equipment is possible.
I agree with the statement because today's tech makes people faster so it is less impressive because the tech is doing all the work.So that is my opinion goodby topical talkers.
I agree with the statement because records meant more than they mean now. then every player did every by themselves there wasn't much technology. For example a runners record is more valued than that of a formula 1 racer. However others might feel different about this, but I stick with my point that, "new technology makes breaking records mean less. thank topical talk
Hi, I'm devoted_owl and I am excited to share my opinion on records which seem to be losing their value. I think records don’t matter less now. I believe that having records can be a memory or an achievement you’ll admire. Some people think that records don't have much value since they can be metals or paper which may seem just as an object. I think it’s important and useful to have records to show your skill and how you performed. You can also use a record if you ever forget what you made on a specific round or sport. If you have a record on something people might remember you for the impressive thing you achieved. People might even use you as their reference or get inspired by your skill or anything you get the record for. Although it seems like records are just memories, they are still very important all the time. I think records don’t matter less now nor have they lost their value. If you have a record I think you should be very grateful. This is why I believe records are just as important as before.
Hi! I am Quickwitted_earth. Today I will be discussing, “ Do records mean less now?” I agree with this statement because now, we have technology. Now getting records is way easier because the technology we have helps the players a lot. The tech these players have makes them have more records and some people might not watch this sport anymore. For example, running. If there was a player that always wore the shoe. But they weren’t just any shoes, they were speed running shoes. The other players don’t have those types of shoes. That means that the player with the good speed shoes has a big chance of winning. To sum this up, I agree that records mean less now because of technology.
I agree with the statement because I think that technology is helping to beat better records and they are no longer as relevant as they were before, for example, in soccer all matches are measured and specialists analyse all the data and the performance of the players, after seeing them analysed, they contact the players to tell them in where they need to improve, what they do better and what they do worse.
I´m strongly desagree with this because maybe in some cases the technology has helpped a lot for geting a record but technology is always improving so if you have a running soes with a great technology for you to be more confortable and also help you to run even faster maybe the next year they improved the technology of the soes so they are even better.
The athletes are always improving their scores, whether running or playing soccer; they always tend to perfect their technique or their personal best so while technology is improving the athlets also do; thats why I think records now are even better.
I disagree with this statement because, some people use tech to win games especially begginers. These techs help teaching and tell them more about Marathon and their tech helps them brake record, some other people haven't broke records before, and this techs helps with people goals for example usain bolt he purse his dream and became the fastest althete runner, it helps with bravery, confidence, and helps with mastery. so I wouldn't say that using tech during a game is not cheating, infact it helps them with varoius games.
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I disagree with the statement as advancements in technology will help improve an athletes performance but they still need to put in the effort in training to ensure success. The commitment to follow a training schedule requires time and commitment to train at everyday and put their lives on hold to build the training to ensure success. An athlete works towards an end goal, a competition, an Olympic final, a world record or just the chance to compete.
A record is impressive because of the hard work that goes on behind the scenes. Improvements in technology can take time off, be it a swimmers swimsuit or a runners shoes but these are the add ons, the athlete has had to train to achieve success, they cannot just turn up and expect to win.
Each race is unique and the result is often unpredictable and unexpected, which means records are celebrated by those that are not expected to win. It is those that can handle the pressure, train smarter and reach the peak at the right time. A race can be seen as iconic not because of a record but because of the race itself. It could be a significant milestone or just the determination of the athlete to compete to the best of their ability in a calm and composed manner.
Yes I do agree that records mean less now because people just break their own record and nower days people make it seem like it's worth nothing through social media.Some evidence to back up my answer was when a swimmer broke his own record more than ten times!
I disagree with the assertion because world records not only measure equipment but also the adaptability of human beings and their ability to push boundaries under changing circumstances. Technology may have an impact on performance, but it does not diminish the commitment, perseverance, and accuracy needed to set record-breaking performances.
Sports have been the same. Previous records were set by innovations that were deemed revolutionary at that time - Synthetic tracks, lighter cycles, better nutrition, and better training systems. We do not undermine previous records because of a lack of technology; instead, we appreciate them in their own right.
For sports such as cycling or athletics, technology may increase efficiency, but human beings still need to work on technique, timing, and psychological control. Technology opens up possibilities but does not guarantee success. Many athletes have access to the same technology, but only a select few set historic records.
A World record can be considered the coming together of human capabilities and technological advancements. It is the human being's control over physical, technical, and psychological elements under stress that makes records impressive.
But there is indeed a concern about the overuse of technology, and that is why there are rules to make it fair.
Do records mean less now? I don’t think they mean less, but they definitely mean something different today. With technology, social media, and constant media coverage, records are broken more often and spread faster than ever before. That can make them feel less rare. However, behind every record there is still hard work, discipline, and dedication. What may have changed is how quickly we move on to the next achievement. In my opinion, records still matter — not just as numbers, but as proof of human potential and progress.
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I partly agree with the statement because technology and equipment in sport have improved performance in many ways. Modern shoes, rackets, bikes, and training machines help athletes move more efficiently and train more safely. For example, advanced running shoes with carbon plates help runners conserve energy and improve speed. Because of such developments, many records in athletics and other sports have been broken in recent years.
Some people argue that this makes world records less impressive. They believe new equipment gives athletes an advantage that past champions never had. In addition, today’s athletes benefit from better nutrition, sports science, and recovery methods. As a result, it may seem that technology, not just talent, is responsible for record-breaking performances.
However, I disagree that records are now less impressive. Even with better equipment, athletes must train for years, show discipline, and handle intense pressure. Technology cannot replace hard work, mental strength, and natural ability. Also, most competitors have access to similar equipment, so the competition remains fair.
In conclusion, while new equipment helps athletes perform better, world records are still remarkable achievements that require dedication, skill, and determination.