Talent plus tech equals modern sport
Discussion statement | This is for ages 14 to 16
Modern sport combines natural ability with training methods, equipment and technology to push performance further than ever before.
Do you agree or disagree with the statement below? Explain why.
Sport should test talent, training and technology, because all are part of the competition.
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I [agree/disagree] with this statement because [your reason]. Another reason for my view is [a second reason or example]. However, others might feel that [an alternative view].
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I completely agree that talent, training, and Technology should all be tested in sports. I think so because if we make sports dependent only on talent, it would mean ignoring reality. A talented athlete possesses hidden potential, but transforming that potential into real performance requires proper, science-based training. Training sharpens talent, turns weaknesses into strengths and converts defeat into victory. I believe that Talent is the foundation, while training brings it to completion.
Now let me turn to the role of Technology. From accurate umpiring decisions to tracking athletes performance, the use of technology is essential in every aspect of modern Sports. Advanced equipment for sports and athletes can create marginal differences that decide outcomes in competition. Without the proper use of Technology,, competing on the global stage has become nearly impossible.
Therefore, modern sports represent a combined contest of human talent, discipline, intelligence, and technology. The athlete who, can integrate all three successfully, is the true winner. It's an athletic ecosystem where talent is natured,, training is conducted on a scientific basis, and technology is utilized to its fullest potential.
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yes, what you are saying makes total sense although an athlete's performance and even the feeling the tension of the game should be seen by their strive to be the best yes true technology should be an added factor to the sequence not something that should take over entirely most countries in the world turn to technology to solve all of their issues but what should really matter is the strive human discipline ,talent and intelligence are the major part of the equation not to be drowned out by technology. Technology shouldn't be a limiter in the sense that athletes depend on it to be the best it should be able to push that boundary which need to be broken.
I am in complete agreement with you because sports is not only dependent on talent, but also in combination with training, technology and training which I call the 3Ts all work hand in hand, I accept that talent is natural and as you have rightly said is a hidden potential and hand in hand work with the other 2Ts of sports, imagine someone who can sprint 10.43 seconds in 100 metres without any form of training will always lose to a trained individual like Usain Bolt who holds the world record, but let us reflect on the possible outcome of that individual being able to train properly, don't you think that athlete can beat Usain Bolt.
Globally, the best sportsmen and women always work hard and are rewarded with success.
However, others may not feel the same as they may think that sport should be based on talent and talent alone, but I would like them to rethink and see that sport is not only about talent, but dedication, hard work and talent.
In conclusion, I strongly believe the phrase "Sports should test talent, training and technology, because all are part of the competition." reason being that the proper combination all these 3 elements will always lead to the best being brought out of the individual.
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in agreement with what you, said I think that sport should comprise of talent and training because this are abilities that are naturally found in humans.
when individually depend on tech it can lead to addiction which can turn out to a big problem for that individual, it can lead to other problems like
lose of skill
weaker body performance.
sport was never adopted to cause injuries but due to the level at which people put in their effort in other to winner are the causes of the injuries , for example Mr. c is meant to play a free kick into the goal post, because of pressure, tension and the excess urge to win then him forcefully played the shot in a way that resulted to leg fraction, this could be avoided if he never thought of other things.
in conclusion individual can take safety measures and avoid things that will lead to injury which include rest, sleep think less during time for the game and do not over depend on tech so that natural abilities can be maintained.
what makes you believe that without modern equipment it will be nearly impossible for competition to occur on the global stages because from my surrounding nearly all sport are done without tech and every activity they partake in it always yield a good result even without the help of tech.
from my own perspective i think that sport were created to test human limitations such as speed, ability to make decision under pressure, and skills, when tech is introduced it makes the game objective change because it will lead to competition instead of showing your capacity as an individual. when techs are not used in sporting it improves the individual creativity because they get to understand they ability and always find a way to solve problems themselves without being helped by machines or tech product . it also increase the rate of self reliance because when individuals understand the need to work hard without help they would always find an alternative.
lastly I think knowing the outcome of any game before the end is actually not encouraging because keeping the audience in suspense is also one of the aims of sporting and any material that encourages that is not really advisable.
I agree with you 100%
I sosn't completely disagree with this statement, because talent, training and technology are all essentual in sport, but there should be a line drawn in the technology part.
Technology can be good for the safety of the athletes and tracking some statistics, but it should have more restrictions when it becomes the main focus instead of the athletes skill.
But technology is also an essential part of sports for people with disabilities as it gives them an oprotunity to enjoy a sport.
I get why people think technology is a part of sports that should be embraced, it alows us to go past the limits of our body.
But i think sport is about pushing our bodies to their limits.
I agree with you on the technology aspect. As you said, people think technology should be embraced because it allows us to go past our limits; which i totally agree with. But I feel it shouldnt be used to test our sports ability because what about those that dont have access to such technologies but are very good at such sports; it would be unfair to them.
I strongly agree that sport should test talent, training, and technology. This is because sports is a test of complete excellence not only natural talent.
Nowadays sports are designed to reward those who use all available resources including talent because talent together with training and technology ensures discipline, strategy, innovation and total excellence.
I believe that without training and technology, sports would be less about effort and growth but more about who was naturally gifted from birth.
This is because in real life, success depends on how people develop skills, acquire knowledge, and apply technology,
Sports should reflect this reality by testing creativity and innovation and not just natural ability.
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You have a solid point without training sports will be less about effort, but not necessarily in the case of technology. Lemme explain why. You see there are many legends of the past that rose to the top considering the fact that there was no modern day technology back then. Sports isn't all about technology but mostly about the skills and cognitive abilities you will gain and apply in the sports and outside of the sports. Thank You.
I agree to the statement which states that talent, training, and technology can be tested by sport. the reason I love what you did was because first you said that sport is designed to reward who use all available resources which is true because if you take it for granted you can and sometimes will lose because the opposition will do anything in his power to surpass you and win the match and you cannot use your resources well no you are losing. And the second part that caught my eye was that training and technology gives use discipline, strategy, innovation and total excellency because it actually gives use that in our life when we engage in sport. And again, another one is that success depend on how people can develop their skills, acquire knowledge, and apply technology that one I contemplated on because I saw it in many people's lives all over the world. thank you
For this statement, I would have to agree, my reasons I will explain.
In the sport factor, we are privileged to have technology at our hands, to ensure better, fair game play, better decisions and more accurate health options, it is all very much important.
As much as others will say there should be a limit, that is true for one thing, but the only limit one would possibly think about is maybe, replacement of humans in the sport factor, but if a human being knows their identity, they back it up. Technology is only here to support our methods as no one is perfect, and has improved and saved lives countless of times. In the olden times, if there were injuries, crude methods were used and were mainly inefficient, causing distress and sometimes fatal, example is Bert Trautmann, a soccer player from a long time ago, 1956 to be precise during the FA Cup Final, he broke his neck and technology could not aid him at the time. He survived but his so many neck issues, you see what technology has done to help us is very much essential, in a modern scenario, Christian Eriksen during EURO 20, he had a sudden cardiac arrest on the field and technology helped detect what happened, an AED was used and he survived, while he still plays today, the impact is there, so for those saying tech has its limits, it really does, but not in context right now, robots cannot just replace us beings, that is what sport is about, fun, passion, skill, so many core values.
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I strongly agree with the statement, talent in sports without the right equipment is useless. The equipment are forms of technology. let me use football (soccer) for instance, around the 80s football boots weren't in use rather the players wore work boots which were heavy on the foot. This work boots had reinforced toes which were sometimes made of steel which led to injury when one player mistakenly kick another player. Then in the 90s the bots had little change the moots were more flexible and lighter on the foot due to advancement in tech. Thanks to technology football boots are now able to be customized to how the player wants it and boots are more comfortable, boost performance and enhance ball control.
Another ways tech has enhance sport like football is the VAR which stands for Visual Assistant Referee. It was officially used in 2018. since the introduction of the VAR the game of football has been more fair. It has helped to show referee fouls that he did not see. This has enhanced safety in sport.
All I'm trying to say is with tech and talent SPORTS would be more entertaining , safe and enjoyable both for fans and player.
IN conclusion without tech i don't think sports would be entertaining and safe.
I agree with the statement because I feel athletes should be tested according to their talent, training and technology.
On the aspect of talent. Athletes should be tested according to their talent because sports shouldn't just depend on technology because talent is what makes someone an athlete not just because of the training and the technology that the person uses. But also training plays a massive role in the performance of an athlete because an athlete cannot just rely on his talent and just sleep and decide not train because he or she is talented in sports. Also, technology can help in the performance of an athlete in the sense that technology helps to enhance the quality of your training which can produce better output. For example, if we are to compare a runner that uses a treadmill and exoskeleton running devices to practice and a runner that just trains by running on the field, it is expected that the runner using treadmill and exoskeleton running devices will be faster.
But in essence, all I am trying to say is that talent, training and technology is needed for an athlete to perform exceptionally well in a competition. I believe that if an athlete is talented and trains properly with the right sport technological devices, he or she will perform well.
I agree with this statement because when athletes train with modern technology they get better at the winter games and that makes the sport more interesting and intensive for both the people watching and for the athletes, because if they have been training with modern technology they will be faster, stronger, and have more endurance. So for people who will be watching it will be more exciting and fun to watch.
I really agree with this statement. The proposition that sports should test talent, training and technology is good. Sports is an activity involving physical exertion and skill that an individual or group of individual's partake in.
Since sports is partially about finding the best, talents (which is what we are born with), training (how we develop our talents), and technology (how intelligently and good we use the tools around us) should also be tested in modern sports.
Sports should test talent, training, and technology because competition depends on all three. Talent gives athletes capability, but without effective training it cannot become a good performance. Technology also plays a crucial role, such, swimsuits in swimming, or VAR (video assistant referee) in football. These technologies do not replace skill but rather enhance performance when used by trained athletes. Since sport is a competition, it is good for sport to test talent, training, and technology altogether.
I half agree with the statement above, but I'll just add a little detail to it, so, we can't do nothing about talent because each person has their own talent and you can't change it, and also each person has their own level in their talent so to improve it's only by practicing more, and if you'll use technology it'll be for one of these reasons
Either cheating or wanting better results, so if you use it for cheating, it's like using ai in this competition, it'll be so easy to notice, however, if you're using it for a better result or quality, it's not going to be 100% fair but it'll not be cheating and it'll also be so fair if they require the same technology for all the countries in the world, making it indeed a 100% fair.
Anyway this is my comment, bye!👋✨
I agree with this statement because each of the criteria mentioned above are absolutely vital for sports. To participate in a sport, you must have the talent, not everyone is good at everything. For example, swimming should only be attempted by those who do well in water. Although it is possible to be trained and taught, not everything can be learnt, talent and training have to work hand-in-hand in order to get success. Technology also plays a key role in sports. With the development of technology everyday, sports have been upgraded and advanced with the aid of technology, so in order to do well in sports, one must be technology conscious and understand the way technology works. Therefore, the three t's: talent, training and technology should be tested as sports is indeed made up of all three.
Agree with some of your arguments, "aware eagle". All three t's should be used, for sure, but should all of them be tested? Is a win/award/success not down to an individual sportsman's talent & skills ultimately? They might be enhanced & complemented by superior training & advanced technology but what is training & technology without the underlying talent?
I agree with this statement because as we can all see we are moving into a fast changing world were technology of different forms are being practiced, because of this, if we do not want sports to be a thing of the past, we have to move at a similar pace as our ever-changing world. Another reason I agree with this is because I cannot think of one sport that does not work with technology.
But one thing I disagree with is the fact that technology is a part of the competition. As in my opinion, this should not be so. Sport is based on the physical and intellectual abilities of the competitors and this should not be undermined or overrated because of the level of technology present, I believe this should be based on raw skill. In fact, too much technology in sorts can be an issue, one reason being that it is not uncommon to hear of tournaments that a competitor or group used technology to their advantage and cheated to win. Examples including Belgian cyclist Femke who was caught with a hidden motor inside the seat tube of her bicycle, allowing her to gain significant power and speed with little physical effort.
This is to show how technology can be tested in sports but not used as an advantage or as a medium for judging.
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I agree because when we have talented athletes and technology at the other hand the game will be more interesting to watch because.
I agree because sport is an activity which has to do with talent, training, and technology because sport is diverse and can be used for health, fitness, occupation, source of income etc. Now let's discuss sport as a talent.
Talent is when you have the passion the zeal and eagerness to do a particular thing in life, now let's relate it to sport when one has a talent in a specific sport whether soccer, athletics, tennis, badminton, one will be will to do that sport or more like have compassion for that sport.
Training is when you work hard to achieve something, and when you connect it to sport you will see that one can train all day just to get better in the sport, they are talented in and might even start buying better equipment just for that sport.
Technology are special equipment use to enhance one's knowledge on something, but in terms of sport it is used to enhance one's body to be better and to know were one need to improve on. thank you
In this situation, I cannot provide a fixed answer to whether I agree or not, but here's what i think:
Talent and training is a must for sports, since the performance(talent) is built from process(training), and isnt an overnight thing. But I wouldn't quite agree with technology being tested.
An example I remember were something as simple as running shoes. Models like the Adidas Prime X and Asics Superblast come with carbon-fiber plates that return energy it receives to give a spring effect, allowing athletes to keep running with less fatigue--giving them an advantage provided solely by technology. This sparked controversy around the running community, even causing many debates about fairness. While the regulations have been revised over the years, technology can and will keep advancing--which means that once someone finds something new, fairness is now always guaranteed. (Source: sportcoaching.com.au)
However, technology doesn't always bring a negative impact. Advanced and thoroughly checked can bring a fair advantage for everyone, if distributed correctly to the right person. The technology mentioned can be prosthetics or high-technology wheelchairs to use for the Paralympic Games, shooting glasses for shooting sports, or computer vision systems like the Hawkeye in (tennis) and Video Assistant Referee (in soccer). (Source: pretavoir.co, umbrex.com, paralympic.org)
In conclusion, I very much agree for the first two points--talent and training, to be tested for sports. However, technology still has to be supervised and reviewed to ensure fairness for all players.
Can you say why technology still has to be supervised?
As I said earlier, technology will continue to grow more advanced. Newer tech is something that hasn't been thought of before. Therefore, we always have to keep watch of additional gear and tools--cause we never know if they're guaranteed to be fair (intentional or not).
Unless it is a simpler addition or proper equipment, I think it is better to check thoroughly, just in case of unfair play.
I don’t totally disagree with this because stuff like tech, training and other stuff like that which athletes use to help is perfectly fine and convenient. Though I think sometimes the intelligence of the tech should have a boundary so sports can focus of your own individual talent not techs.
Can you explain more on what you mean by a boundary?
What I mean by “boundary” is that the technology should always have a line drawn at some point, so sports can focus on the players talents. If the technology completely takes away the use of the players talent then it is possible for anybody to randomly join the sport and be “best at the game”
by just buying there way in instead of all the original players that work hard and used their own skill to win medals. This also includes the less fortunate people cannot buy their way into sports so for them it would be a disadvantage.
Sincerely intelligent_statement .
Boundary in this context means that the level of technology in sports should be reduced. There are some games or sports that technology does not have to be added or included to it because there are some sports that just need brains(i mean creativity and intelligence) and skill or talent.
I don't agree with the entire statement. I believe that training and talent should be considered however technology should not be part of competition. Technology is a privilege that only some people get. When we consider technology, we are no longer testing peoples ability to do their sport but rather seeing who has access to the newer and better resources. In sports like swimming, there are people with "sharkskin" swimsuits that shave entire seconds off their time. These kinds of resources are only available to more wealthy athletes. We isolate those who aren't as well off and cannot afford the latest gear. This gives an unfair advantage to those who have more money. An example of how technology gives an unfair advantage is Eric Moussambani. He represented Equatorial Guinea in the 2000 Summer Olympics. He hadn't even seen an Olympic size pool and could only train in a tiny pool. He didn't have the right technology, which put him at a huge disadvantage. This just shows how technology can affect how you perform no matter how good your training or talent is, making it unfair to athletes like Eric. By only testing training and talent, we can see who is truly the best without any kind of outside help.
I completely agree! Talent and training are usually looked for in sports, and tech is simply just an advantage that comes to the wealthier bunch. I also love how you used such a great example of how one can be put into a large disadvantage when they simply don't have the advantages that richer teams would have. Great job! :)
I agree because sports aren’t just about natural talent. How much someone trains and how they use technology are just as important. Talent gives you potential, but training turns it into real skill, and technology can help you perform at your best. Testing all three makes competitions fair and interesting because it shows who’s really working hard, improving, and making smart use of the tools available—not just who’s naturally good
I agree because it is how much you train that you will be able to use your technology
I agree with this statement that "sport should test talent, training and technology, because all are part of the competition". Sport isn't alll about just pure talent or natural talent. To dominate or to win in sports, you would also need training. Talent means nothing without hardwork. Altough at first maybe you weren't good at the sports, but you could eventually be good at ait with hard training and determination. What did technology do with this? Nowadays, when technology was becoming more and more advanced, atheletes could use technology to help them in their training. Some technology like training facility could help atheletes in their training. Some technology such as clothes could also bring a huge advantage in sports as long as it is fair. To become a profesional in this era, you would need all of this. If you don't have technology, you can't compete with atheletes that has more advanced technology. If you don't train, you also can't compete with other atheletes with only your talent and technology. That's my opinion
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I absolutely agree with this statement because modern sport is more than just natural ability. Talent, skill and training are definitely really important, but technology has become part of how athletes practice and perform. Athletes do not compete with ability alone, they also rely on equipment, facilities, and support achieve a better performance. Another reason for my view is technology can make competitions more accurate. Nowadays we have devices to detect and track sports. They track athelete's movements to measure speed, power and distance. However, others might feel that too much technology can make sport unfair. Others also feel that technology is harming the natural enviroment, because the production and disposal of technological devices cause pollution and waste.
I can agree with you on some points, but what about tech like full body swimsuits and specialised foam shoes that have allowed athletes to surpass their natural limitations, without necessarily improving in their skills? tech should only help in improving the performance of athletes, not outpace them.
I feel the same way, though I believe there needs to be more barriers in place. This relates to another topic asked on this week's "topics area" asking about whether a group/team/person has more money to be unfair and gives them more benefits. I understand that it diverted its path, but my point is, if someone is to have more money to buy technology, it is putting other players at an unfair advantage. It denies them the ability to live up to their fellow competitors just because they don't have as much money. I understand the fact of "life isn't always fair," like adults enjoy telling us, but sports are supposed to be. And having others have been tech just to improve their skills and players without those resources just watch and hope they can beat something engineered to do their sport perfectly is inconsiderate. So yes, Tech should only help improving proformance of athletes, not outplace them. ( sources MonClubSprotiff. )
I agree with your points that technology has become a part of how athletes practice and perform and that technology can make competitions more accurate. But not all athletes have the same access to modern technology. Not so wealthy teams and athletes can not afford the same technology as wealthy teams and with that also have smaller chances of winning. So if sport tests technology it also kind of tests money, because athletes need money to work with good technologies.
I think you have to be realy good at sports and you have to be fit and
afletic,you have to be focused at what your traning on, you have to
be dedacated,determend in what you do
I agree with your statement! However, not everyone has to be athletic to be in sports. It doesn't have to be a natural talent, but however, focusing on what you train on can help you be good in sports.
I think yes and no because people would want to try and see what their ability is and not use the technology but other people might want it to get things faster but my opinion is that you should not have the technology because if you do it without it you would gain progress and you will be able to do it again. [ You might even be doing an even harder thing.]
I agree with the statement. Talent is the raw ability of an athlete, while training is the discipline and hard work that refine that talent. Technology is used to improve performance. When properly regulated, technology enhances human innovation and shows how intelligently athletes can use or adapt to it. However, technology must not replace an athlete’s raw talent. It should be limited to equipment and analytical factors. Using better methods with the help of technology reflects intelligence, progress, and adaptability.
I agree with this statement, although there are a few boundaries that should be set. First, talent is the foundation, it’s your potential. Having natural abilities like coordination, skill, and reflexes is an advantage—it increases your chances of achievement. However, talent alone doesn’t guarantee one's success or achievement. With consistent training and confidence, you could surpass those with natural abilities. For example, Tom Brady, an American football quarterback. He may’ve not been naturally gifted, but he brought himself to success through consistency. Nevertheless, having natural skill is still a major advantage in sports. Second, training transforms talent into performance. Training also builds something talent alone cannot: resilience. It teaches athletes how to fail without quitting, how to stay calm under pressure, and how to improve self control. Training builds your mentality and challenges your confidence, it’s the key for reaching more. Without talent, training itself can bring you to your maximum potential. Finally, the implementation of technology in sports. Technology has an important role in modern sports, from specialized footwear to AI monitoring devices. Technology is growing as we speak, and there’s no need to stop it. You can only set boundaries. Sports and technology should be perpetually balanced. Technology shouldn’t be taken for granted. For example, a player that lacks skill, using high-tech gear to achieve more. Sports should be about skill, talent, and performance. Therefore, technology should support skill, not serve as a replacement.
I really agree with this statement because to enter a competition, athletes can't rely on natural talent anymore. Modern sport require strong training discipline and the use of technology to reach higher level. Even a natural talented athlete will struggle without proper coaching and practice. Training imroves their weaknesses and perform better under pressure.
Technology is also part of sport, technology can also make sports equipment like running shoes that have better carbon fiber or breathable clothes that uses polyester and nylon. Because of this, athletes can improve their talent more with special gears that can make hard things easier to do.
However, there should be limits in using technology. If technology becomes too important, it could be unfair to other teams that can't afford it. So technology still needs to be supervised throughout the game. Its essential to balance technology and talent that promotes fair competition. By using technology wisely, we enhance athlete performance and improve safety.
Thats my opinion for this statement
Thank you for sharing a detailed and thought-through response. I like how you've considered how talent, training and technology all interact in modern sport.
In your answer, you talked about how natural ability isn't sufficient any longer, and that proper coaching and training are important to help athletes perform under pressure. You also gave us some great examples of technologies like materials for clothes and trainers that help enhance performance and safety. Finally you raised an important point about how we need to make sure that access to expensive technology doesn't cause an uneven playing field.
I'm curious to hear more about the final point - what do you think the limits should be on technology? Is there a clear limit or does it change dependent on what sport?
I don't think there is a one clear limit that applies to all of sport. The limits of technology should depend on what type of sports and what skills it is meant to test.
In sports like athletic and swimming technology should be limited so the result mainly reflect human ability. However, in sports such as cycling or motorsport, technology is already a key part of the competition. So limits should focus on safety and preventing unfair advantages caused by high cost
I agree that sports should test training, talent and technology. But I feel human ability should remain at the center, as sports are to test the human limits. Talent is a natural starting point of an athelete in any sport, yet talent alone can't produce success . It has to be moulded through disciplined, continuous training and hardwork. As a sportsmen I feel proper training will strenghtens physical capacity of an individual, sharpens their skills, and build mental resilience,the factors which allows atheletes to perform consistently.
I feel that technology should play a supportive role in this process, Its purpose should be limited with works like assisting training, ensuring accurate judging and maintaining basic fairness, Dot defining the outcomes/results. Technology can help in finding avoidable errors and in understanding their performance, but it should never replace natural efforts taken to succeed or it should not overshadow their skills. I think that the true competitors must know, how to handle all the three effectively like - Using their talent as foundation, training as a steping stone and technology as a supportive tool.
I feel that sports achieves it's true purpose when atheletes success reflects on dedication, discipline, hardwork and personal growth rather than technological advancement.
I feel that technology must be used as an supporting tool because, for me technology might be used and has a potential to act as an game changing factor if atheletes use it as foundation.
HI I am approachable_orangutan I am from Lovejoy Georgia and I Agree that Talent, training, and technology should be tested. I think so because if sports are dependent on technology people with the most funds to buy the tech would be the best and it would not matter about talent anymore. But if everyone depended on talent An athlete that needs some push could be locked away from unlocking their full potential because there is not training. So in conclusion Sports that depend on talent could lead to players not reaching there full potential, sports without talent would depend on who has the best tech.
I absolutely agree that talent, training and technology should be tested in sports. Training plays an important role in an athlete's life, training boosts the overall performance of the athlete helping him improve and work on himself for a better result and report.
Training alone, cannot help you because in a sport you must have a the potential, ability or in this content we mean talent.
The both can help you fully because technology needs to play a vital role.
Another opinion of mine is that an athlete can possess the talent and might have undergone training but the training might NOT be full for him to perform better and be the best he can, and this is where technology takes place.
Technology can help him by helping run faster and teach him how to conserve energy by the help of some equipments e.g running mills and stationary bicycle which both helps in improving speed and learning how to conserve energy.
Therefore, talent, training and technology help in yielding good outcomes in sports.
In conclusion I versatile_robin is on support of the statement which says "sport test talents, training and technology, because all are part of the competition ".
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I agree with this statement because sports can test your natural talents and how well you can play with training and technology. Another reason for my view is people who have been trained and play well. However, others may feel like sports should not test your talent. People may think this due to some people just wanting to play a sport since it seems "fun" and might not consider what natural talents you may have.
I agree that sports should test talent, training and technology, because the people in charge of the sports should test their talent so that they know the type of sports the person is physically fit to play. Another reason for my view is that they need to know how trained you are so they know the sports you are to play.
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I agree with the topic that states that technology affects sports because in the tournament aspect if gives a free and fair game to all but in training aspect some may not have the technology we do but the still strive for success and this is all because they have passion for it and do not care and in some aspect they have good equipment and this enhances their limit and this is an advantage.
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Yes, I strongly agree with the statement "sports should test talent, training and technology, because all are part of competition".
First, Sports are just not the only competition that could literally test talent, training, and technology but can actually be applicable in most aspect of our life's.
Since technology has been programmed by human to ease mental and physical fitness, intellectually and also to improve the health state of all individual, so I with the aid of sports we can actually improve better growth and efficiency in terms of our needs. It was our idea from human natural intelligence that man was able to program an artificial intelligence, which has led to a new modified modern world we are today.
All most everything we do is a form of exercise, sleeping, resting, eating, talking, working, reading and so on. Why? All forms of activities that either help improve our physical health, mental stability and could possibly keep us strong, healthy and alert for any situation is a form of exercise and exercise is part of sports.
I believe that the world we are today rule greatly better in technology and lacks more of the ancient rule, now you can actually stay in door and have almost all required work done to ease stress especially in difficulties for the ones with deformities.
Sport varies in many ways and since it makes a great improvement in the lives of all individual, with what we can see around us many countries today are better and more developed than others because of how technologically advanced they are, so sports should be used to test talent if needed.
I agree with this statement because talent, training and technology can help an athlete improve in many different ways. If one is lacking any of this, there might be a slight possibility that when the person is participating in a sport he might not win. For example if a person does not have the technology but trains without it might possibly win and might not. a person that has just technology but does not have talent might not also possibly win. Just to say that you need all of this to be able to win very well cause when you have the three of this skills combined you can do anything. Some one who has one or two of this skills might not be able to do more than someone who has all three, sometimes even those that have this three might not do well it is all depending on how he or she uses it. some people might think that it is not true but in my own perspective , i still think it is true. Looking at this scenario , in a football match where two teams come to play, and one of the teams has just talent and skill only and the other team has both talent, skill and technology. when playing the team that has technology would be able to move in a way that the other team would not be able to get the ball, and they take it to the post and score, already they have an advantage, because of technology. Lets say now that that team has only technology, but they do not have talent and they train sometimes. that technology that they made use of while training might help them play and the other team who has it all can beat them. this is how i feel when the three skills are not combined.
I agree with this statement because the further we go towards the future, technology will get more advanced and other fields are bound to improve too. Many modern sports were just an evolution of the previous counterpart. If we are close minded, there will be a lack of innovation and we won't advance to revolutionary approach for sports. Old sports will get boring out of repetitiveness because of how fast our society makes improvements to sports.
Training is like a firm structure supporting our talents. Without training, talent will be good for nothing and be wasted. Technology also has a significant impact holding up training and talent together like a glue. It would be impossible for us to compete in the current age without accommodating technology to help us train.
Although some people may disagree because it's quite unfair for someone lacking in a certain field (e.g., for someone with low economic stability they couldn't pay for better training and equipment or someone with a disability wouldn't be able to perform as good despite having the same amount of training/technology.)
In summary, sports test who combines innovations, skill, and energy best as they're a fundamental part to achieve victory in modern sports despite drawback for certain people.
I agree with the statement because I think that sport should be about our abilities and not things that we can do thanks to technology .
I also think that it is very useful but I’d rather use it on things that don’t change the athlete’s performance or scores, but on things like the timing for example the new goggles that take the swimmers’ time without influencing his results.
I’m also an athlete, I’m not a top athlete but if I were, I’d prefer showing my abilities and my talent instead of something that doesn’t entirely depends on myself.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts. I think it's interesting how much you emphasise the importance of the athlete's own ability.
You say that you think technology is useful but that you'd prefer it to impact sports in a way that doesn't impact performance, giving a great example of goggles that record a swimmer's time, but don't affect their results. You also mention that as an athlete yourself you'd rather your achievements reflect your talent, and not the quality of your equipment.
I'd like to hear more about how you think we should decide where the line is between technology that measures performance and technology that changes performance. Where do you think technology starts to impact sport too much? Technology can also help us learn more about how we perform, and thus make adjustments to be better athletes. Is this influence on sport unavoidable, or is there still an opportunity for technology-free sport in today's society?
Thanks for your questions!! I think that technology start to impact too much when there's an evident difference between our performances' results without tech and the ones with tech. Of course when we use it, we'll have different resuluts, but when their too different and the scores are too far from our abilities we clearely see it and I don't think it should be used like this.
Nowdays it's spread all over the world and I must say is also a good thing sometimes, because as I said in the first comment, it can really help; maybe since now is really used, it would be difficult to stop using it, but people performed for years without the help of the technology, so with a little effort I think that we could stop.
I agree that talent + technology is now considered how modern sports are made and are the future of all sports. Long ago technology wasn't really relevant in sports since we didn't have enough of it to even slightly change the performance and outcomes of a match but now it's different technology can easily be used to strengthen the weak spots of sports like: cheating, high risk of injury and excessive costs.
A player who has the power of talent,technology and training could be the ultimate weopon in sports some people have hidden potential that only technology can unlock making way for players to get more and more skilled as time goes on.
Talent is the ability to do something excellently.
Training can make talent even better and can improve performance by a lot before that was all you needed to be able to be a skilled person but now technology is in the equation technologies like ai can analyse how you play and point out flaws that you need to to get rid of.
Technology in sports IS relevantly new but in the future it will be a core factor to making an exemplary player.
These are all important components in modern day sport, but some tech can ruin the integrity of the sport. I think talent is the bottom line, but how people train and what technology they have access to definitely affect outcomes.
As I said before, talent is the clear foundation. Only huge amounts of technology and training can make someone with no athletic talent into a grade-A athlete. But in the sporting world, split seconds can differ between a win and a lose, which are absolutely affected by training and technology.
Training with technology is definitely double sided. Things such as smart equipment or motion analysis cameras make training far easier, for sure. So could AI based analytics. This is the double sided part; different athletes have different levels of access to tech such as I've mentioned, but they also have differences in coaches. Athletes could afford a better coach in the same way they could afford better equipment; and as we obviously can't ban coaches, the same line could be used for tech.
I feel I can take a hard line with tech used in the field itself though. I think all athletes should be forced to use the same levels of tech on the field itself, and that tech should not give them an unfair advantage. Some tech is necessary, such as wheelchairs in the Paralympics, but some tech is not, such as Nike Alphafly racing shoes. So yes, to a degree we do need tech, but athletes natural abilities should be the outstanding factor, not how fancy their equipment is.
So what do you think the line between enhancement and unfairness is?
I agree with this statement because modern sport is no longer just about natural ability. Athletes now combine talent with advanced training methods, equipment and technology to reach higher levels of performance. For example, in cycling, riders like Bradley Wiggins used aerodynamic bikes, helmets, and clothing to break records in the Tour de France and the Olympics, showing how technology can enhance natural talent.
Another reason for my view is that using these tools makes competitions fairer and more exciting. In tennis, players benefits from rackets made with lightweight, high-strength materials that improve control and power, allowing them to perform shots that would be nearly impossible with older equipment. Without these innovations, we might never see how far human potential can truly go.
However, others might feel that relying too much on technology takes away from the true challenge of sport. Some argue that records set with advanced equipment are less impressive than those achieved through pure natural talent. Yet, isn't testing talent, training and technology together what makes modern sport exciting and realistic?
I agree with the statement that sport should test talent, training, and technology because real athletes use all three to get better. I read on a reliable website, History.com, that smart sensor training suits; like Samsung SmartSuits with tiny sensors, help coaches see exactly how a skater moves and give feedback so the athlete can improve their form. The technology doesn’t win the medal ; the athlete does, but it helps them train smarter.
Another reason for my view is that talent and training are still the heart of sport. Technology gives info and better tools, but if an athlete doesn’t have the heart to train hard, they won’t win. A top player still practices for hours, pushes through tiredness, and learns from each fall; technology just shows them how to improve faster. This idea came from reading about how coaches use tech to help athletes train smarter on a reliable website (BBC SPORT).
However, others might feel that too much technology makes sports unfair because only rich teams can afford the best gear, so it might feel like a race between machines instead of people. That’s why some people think rules should limit tech so that talent and training stay the most important parts of the competition.
Good comment. Thanks for sharing your perspective. Do you agree that this is turning into a race between machines?
Thank you for your question. I partly agree that sport could turn into a race between machines, but I don’t think it has fully reached that point yet.
For example, according to BBC Sport, athletes use data from sensors to adjust tiny details like stride length or balance, but they still have to repeat the movement again and again in training. A sensor can point to a mistake, but it can’t fix it by itself. The athlete still has to feel the pain, fall, and try again. That shows technology supports performance but doesn’t replace human effort.
Another reason I don’t think machines are racing instead of people is that rules often step in. I read on the Olympics website that certain swimsuits were banned because they gave too much advantage. This shows that sports leaders are aware of the risk and try to protect fairness, which keeps talent and training at the centre of competition.
However, I understand why some people worry. If one team trains with advanced equipment and another trains without it, the gap can grow wider. That doesn’t mean technology is bad, but it does mean limits are important, so sport still rewards skill, dedication, and hard work; not just expensive tools.
So overall, technology is like a powerful helper, not the athlete itself. The race is still run by people, just with better shoes on.
Thank you for your question. I partly agree that sport could turn into a race between machines, but I don’t think it has fully reached that point yet.
For example, according to BBC Sport, athletes use data from sensors to adjust tiny details like stride length or balance, but they still have to repeat the movement again and again in training. A sensor can point to a mistake, but it can’t fix it by itself. The athlete still has to feel the pain, fall, and try again. That shows technology supports performance but doesn’t replace human effort.
Another reason I don’t think machines are racing instead of people is that rules often step in. I read on the Olympics website that certain swimsuits were banned because they gave too much advantage. This shows that sports leaders are aware of the risk and try to protect fairness, which keeps talent and training at the centre of competition.
However, I understand why some people worry. If one team trains with advanced equipment and another trains without it, the gap can grow wider. That doesn’t mean technology is bad, but it does mean limits are important, so sport still rewards skill, dedication, and hard work; not just expensive tools.
So overall, technology is like a powerful helper, not the athlete itself. The race is still run by people, just with better shoes on.
Becoming an athlete is no easy task, and if you wanted to become an accomplished athlete I think you really need all three aspects: talent, training and technology. When pursuing a dream to play sports at a higher level, you need all the help you can get. With modern technology that assists a person to train more efficiently, and improve much faster than before.
If I were to rank these three things on how important they are in sports, this is how I would rank each one.
#1. Training
#2. Talent
#3. Technology
I believe that training is most important. Training is the start of an athlete's journey. Talent however is the thing that pushes an athlete to train harder. When someone knows they have talent they will try harder to utilize that talent. And finally Technology. Technology is just an assistant who maximizes the results from training.
If athletes are able to utilize all three of these elements in a balanced way, it could really make the sport more competitive and fun. Someone can become a good athlete just because they have talent or just because they used the most advanced tech in the world. But only the one who has talent and can train effectively by using technology can become great athletes and I believe that is the difference between a good athlete and a great athlete.
In conclusion, I highly agree with the statement that sports should test talent, training and technology.
I wholeheartedly agree that sports should test talent, training, and technology as elements of competition.
Firstly, talent only does so much for an athlete. Not all athletes have an innate talent for certain sports; in fact, most acquire their skills through external means, including technology and training. Although training wouldn't be monitored, the overall stamina, agility, and speed an athlete demonstrates would derive from their long-term methods. As for technology, the most high-end equipment would also allow an individual to maintain consistent stability throughout their competition.
Another reason for my view comes from the need for accuracy. At the national and international level, sport competitions in which athletes represent their nations tend to require an extra level of caution when evaluating and comparing skill sets. Because many times these sports are televised, technology is needed to record and review moments carefully.
However, others might feel that technology could be enhanced in ways that violate the rules for each sport, but in my opinion, guidelines should test whether the materials are allowed. One example that comes to mind outside of sports is the calculator policy for the SAT standardized test administered by the College Board, which specifies which calculators are allowed during the test. If the associations responsible for hosting the competitions monitor technology closely, it shouldn't be a problem.
Overall, I believe all three elements are truly important to determine an athlete's abilities.
I unfortunately disagree that technology is and will help to push performance in sports to the next level. Technology is the future, but people with a certain lack of funding may not be able to afford the newest technology and will therefore have a disadvantage in a competitive setting. The whole point of competitive sports is to win, but also see top-notch athletes perform at their best. I believe that some technology is good for the sport to continue progressing, but too much help with outside factors takes away the integrity of the sport. Talent should be the key factor on what people focus on, but currently, all people talk about is the equipment (new shoes, sharkskin swimsuit, etc), which could, in turn, change the sport from "training and perseverance pays off" to "who has the most funds/sponsorships". Some people might think that equipment enhances safety and performance. Though these are highly valid concerns, ideals such as records and/or accomplishments can become less meaningful if technology, not skill, drives outstanding performance.
I disagree, as I don't think we should rely too much on technology. In my opinion, rather than using it in actual competitions, we should instead use it to ensure the athletes don't get injured, and help the play their best without directly using it. I believe that as long as we don't focus too much on those numbers, sports should include technology. Injuries will hopefully be less common, and overall there will be more safety for the players. However, I disagree that the technology should be used to improve performance. In sports, everyone should be put on the same playing field, and if special technology is let in and allowed to be used in high stakes competitions, it just completely disregards the skill of people who might not even have access to this probably expensive technology. If we just leave the technology out of the actual skill factor of the sport and prioritize using it for safety, I whole heartedly believe that technology can become a helpful tool to elevate sports. I understand that some people believe that yes, it should be allowed, and I understand where they are coming from, however I believe that we should draw a line in the case of allowing tech to be used in actual competitions.
Good comment especially about tech helping with the wellbeing of athletes.
i think it is important in a sport to reward for the talent and for the training you put in to it, but i think that technology should not be considered, because could benefict victory so i don’t agree that it should be used in sport
I think the sport should test firstly the talent and the training because of the effort that there is behind the work athletes put everyday.I also think that technology could make some sports more interesting or even safer but it shouldnt take a big part in the competition.
I agree that technology can push performance further,but i think that having the natural ability is the most important thing.
I’’m strongly convinced that if not everyone has the same possibilities for example if someone can’t afford an expansive equipment than the game has to be fair and the referee shouldn’t allow to use that expansive equipment.
I agree with this statement because sports nowadays must combine natural ability with training methods, equipment and technology as natural ability alone isn't enough to break records, it needs tools, extra power, training methods and technology to reach its full potential.
Imagine that sports are the car; natural power is like the fuel that gives it energy to move on, training is the driver's skill and technology is the code that makes the car moving in a high speed.
So, the natural power, tools, training methods and technology are all depending on each other to produce a high-performance athlete that can break records. However, natural power is the foundation, if not available, the other collapses and an athlete can't perform anything.
For example, Micheal Phelps broke the record the record in swimming using the swimming suit that gives extra power. Yes, he used it to win but without natural power and training, he wouldn't be able to use it or even swim.
However, others might feel that using technology in the Olympics is cheating and reduces the athletes own natural power. But I disagree with them because technology is improving their performance, reduces the risk of injury, gives them support and reduces the great efforts that is exerted by athletes to break the world's records.
I agree that modern sport combines natural talent with advanced training methods, equipment, and technology to push performance to new levels because talent alone is no longer enough to succeed at the highest stage. Today’s athletes depend heavily on sports science, data analysis, and innovative tools to maximise strengths and reduce weaknesses. For example, elite swimmers use underwater cameras, motion sensors, and biomechanical analysis to perfect their stroke technique. These technologies help athletes improve efficiency and reduce tiny errors, often making the difference between winning a gold medal or finishing second. This proves that technology supports and strengthens natural ability rather than replacing it.
Another reason supporting my view is that technology allows athletes to train more safely and intelligently. Wearable devices track heart rate, fatigue, recovery, and workload, helping athletes avoid overtraining and serious injuries. In football, GPS tracking systems enable coaches to analyse players’ movement, speed, and endurance across long seasons, ensuring peak performance and longer careers. As a result, training becomes more scientific and purposeful instead of relying on guesswork.
However, some argue that modern sport relies too much on technology, giving richer teams an unfair advantage and reducing the value of raw talent and effort. While this concern is understandable, sport has always evolved. When properly regulated, technology enhances human potential and keeps competition fair and exciting.
Becoming an athlete is no easy task, and if you wanted to become and accomplished athlete I think you really need all three aspects: talent, training and technology. When pursuing a dream to play sports at a higher level, you need all the help you can get. With modern technology that assists a person to train more efficiently, and improve much faster than before.
If I were to rank these three things on how important they are in sports, this is how I would rank each one
#1. Training
#2. Talent
#3. Technology
I believe that training is most important. Training is the start of an athlete's journey. Talent however is the thing that pushes an athlete to train harder. When someone knows they have talent they will try harder to utilize that talent. And finally Technology. Technology is just an assistant who maximizes the results from training.
If athletes are able to utilize all three of these elements in a balanced way, it could really make the sport more competitive and fun. Someone can become a good athlete just because they have talent or just because they used the most advanced tech in the world. But only the one who has talent and can train effectively by using technology can become great athletes and I believe, that is the difference between a good athlete and a great athlete
In conclusion, I highly agree with the statement that sports should test talent, training and technology.
I concur with this statement because sports should not only test talent and leave out technology because we are aware that the world is advancing in technology an we cannot be advancing in our talents meanwhile we are far behind in our use of technology. We should recognise the situation in the world right now for what it is. We can also not ignore training because without training, one cannot advance. Therefore, I believe that it is important for Talent, Technology, and Training to be tested during sports because then, we are tackling all the aspects of sports. One who has great talent and is very effective in the use if technology and trains accurately would be an undisputed champion in sports.
I think talent and technology should work hand in hand because technology adds an advantage to talent but relying too much on it can reduce the use of talent.
Personally, I agree with the statement because modern sport is bigger just talents and skills. It is about using the technology we have accumulated, together with talent and skill, for the development of the athlete. Talents and skills play a very vital role but when technology is included, the athlete may have better performance. Nowadays, we have AI driven analytics in football, enhanced suits for swimming, etc. All these contribute to the development of sport.
I agree with this statement because sport has never been about talent alone, it has always been a test of how that talent is developed. Natural talent is merely the ticket that gets you into the competition. It is how talent is developed that makes the difference between winners and losers. Modern technology is not a replacement for talent, it's a revealer of it. Technology such as motion tracking, video analysis and performance tracking can pick up minute errors in timing, balance or decision making, but only the athlete can fix them. When it comes down to winning medals by milliseconds, honing talent is not cheating. Some may argue that this makes sports less 'pure'. But every generation has competed with better nutrition, coaching and equipment that the last. Sports has evolved and testing talent alongside training and technology is how it stays meaningful. Sports, therefore, should test all three. Talent indicates potential. Training indicates commitment and technology indicates how far a human will go.
I don't fully agree with this statement because I believe that talent and training are the main factors to achieve any sport championships, while technology is the sub factor for achieving the goal, because if you think deeply about it, long ago,before there was even any technology involved with sports, it was actually 100% fair, and people were actually happy with the games, but when technology became involved, cheating and cunning attitude, and games weren't fair anymore.
To conclude, I personally think that talent and training should be the most and maybe the only thing to focus at during the games, because technology can make game unfair and make it cunning, anyway that's it.
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I disagree in part with the statement.
Tech can help make athletic competition more fair, through things like reviewing refereeing decisions. But things like banned shoes distort the competition because it becomes about both athletic ability and whether you can access technology. Sports started as a test of physical strength or speed, but as humanity evolved it became more focused on what equipment you have, and what it can do for you. It should be clear that pushing the limits of equipment is not the same as pushing the limits of our bodies. That is no longer a level playing field. I do not mean that all sports gear should be the same. Sometimes sports tech can reflect strategic choices to emphasize one skill over others in a way that is not necessarily unfair to other competitors.
The Allyson Felix case shows that an extreme emphasis on technology can lead to negative outcomes (She ended her Nike contract due to conflicts about her pregnancy leave). This case shows that sports are no longer about the physical aspect much, but how much access to resources you have, or how much influence you have.
A competition should start everyone on equal footing, and the same starting line. Unfortunately that’s not a reality of the current sports world, and it saddens me to say this as a fellow athlete.
Can you tell us more about the Allyson Felix case and what outcomes the emphasis on technology led to?
Sure!
Allyson Felix is the most decorated, male or woman athlete in the World Athletics Championships history. In the middle of her career, she got pregnant and chose to keep her baby. From my understanding, Nike wanted to cut her pay while she was pregnant and refused to change the contract terms to support her and her child. In a response, she broke off the contract and instead started her own show brand which is quite successful.
The problem with over- reliance on tech is that many athletes rely heavily on their sponsors for training and equipment because that is currently what’s required to compete professionally. When sponsors like this feel they can manipulate their athletes to their benefit because of their heavy reliance on them, it’s where we see neglect and abuse of the contract terms. That is what Nike attempted to do, but luckily with the influence she has, she was able to make it out and find a solution. Unfortunately many athletes who are manipulated don’t have the ability break their contacts, and feel they can’t speak out against unfair terms because they believe it to be the only way to compete. Hence, this is why over reliance on tech not only can lead to abuse, but also leads to missed opportunities and harm.
Thanks for sharing more background. These are great points here!
I totally agree with this statement. They all unite to create the perfect environment for improving and testing your skills. If that statement wasn't true, them training would have been considered cheating.
Training improves the pure skills creating a real one, made by discipline. That's when techs step in. It creates a secure environment for your testing and refining giving the best experience overall. Techs are used all over sports to notify if a player isn't performing well, is suffering a medical condition, has room for refinement and is the best choice for competing.
The most guarded way if testing your limits is using techs that are up to standards with the Olympic rules and prevents side effects. Some examples of tech might be: the heart and breathing rate monitor that determines whether you are in order to be glanced at by the judges or not.
If they are separated, wouldn't be ruled fairly. But if united would make the biggest room for development.
Together they stand, alone they fall.
I agree with this statement because modern sport isn't just about natural talent. Athletes need training, equipment and technology to reach their best performance. All these factories work together to help athletes compete at the highest level.
Another reason for my is that technology and equipment can improve safety during the training and competitions. For example, better running shoes or training tools help athletes train harder without getting injured. This allows them to perform at their best and reach higher results than before.
However, others might feel differently and think that sport should focus mainly on natural ability. Even though I understand this opinion, I believe that testing all parts (talent, training and technology) makes sport fairer and more exciting because it shows the full effort of the athletes.
I both agree and disagree with this statement because technology can be used for the safety of the athletes, but I feel like training and one's talent for the sport should take priority over the technology. Technology plays a huge role especially in sports such as F1 racing and cycling where what the bike/car is made of makes a huge difference. However, others may feel like technology helps a lot for things such as training. Countries can't control what technology is made at what time in what place. For example: If you made something that could help your country win the olympic games than would you share it with other countries? I wouldn't. I feel like technology gives people/countries a huge advantage which can only be obtained if you have the means and are affluent making it unfair to some countries who aren't as supported financially.
I believe that this prompt has its truths as well as it has its faults. I believe that In sports athletes should be tested on their talents and prove to everyone how hard they worked to get to that certain stage in their career. Those two should be part of the conversation, but tech should not. Tech is a side issue a completely different thing. Tech is used in the sense to provide stats and is not a part of sport. However others might disagree perticualry in football. In leagues all around the world VAR has become big. So big in fact one of the topics in this competition was about it. VAR is a part of football forever now whether we like it or not. But lets not Tech interfere with other sports. Sports should be about raw talent and who can strive and train to succed. Not non athletes who know how to use tech to advance their abilitys in sports. We need to keep sports sports and not let tech enter because it is not a part of competitive sports.
I'm not entirely sure that technology is a side issue, as you state in your comment. Can you tell us where you found your evidence that technology is a side issue and not a part of competitive sports?
I completely disagree.
Sports worldwide should only test experience, hard work and talent, but never technology.
Here’s WHY:
Depending too much on advanced equipments make sports unfair and can create advantages such as making the game easier for a team to another not because they’re skilled, but because they are better equipped that shifts any competition far away from any human’s ability and hard work, which throws away the heart of a sport.
Moreover, depending too much on technology increases pressure on an athlete and can also cause burnout to them.
However, others might feel that sports test technology as well because they ensure a fair play as well as preventing injuries by customizing a step-by-step recovery plan.
In short, I highly recommend staying as we were in the past (no much technology in sports, keeping it really fair for everyone and not making anybody overwhelmed or having depression just because they don’t have enough money to but expensive equipments).
I strongly disagree with you because...technology have done more good than harm in sports. It has helped to safeguard the lives of many athletes and help in the making of good judgements.
I strongly agree with the topic:
SPORTS SHOULD TEST TALENT, TRAINING, AND TECHNOLOGY, BECAUSE ALL ARE PART OF THE COMPETITION.
Why?
1) Do you agree with me that richest, popular known countries are super advanced because of their tech knowledge which has required more of their time, ideas, and potentials that help aid the growth, competition among and at times against other countries. For example.
Eritrea and southern Sudan described as the poorest technologically impoverished nation competing to meet the standards of
NVIDIA that is the most valuable technology company. Actually, in some aspect of life people tend to compete with others in other awaken their spirit to strive for more beneficial resources, why some either compete to gain a name when they make big as other few individuals do this as a game in sports to either benefit physically, mentally or financially.
2) Remember that most skilled experts in the world are popularly more of technology scientist or scientist who are based on digital development.
3)Remember in those ancient days, in terms of sports, just few sports were at the reach of some but now you can take part in all forms of sports and still have fun as you benefit from it.
4) Exercise is good for the brain because it stabilizes our thinking pattern and help a child perform smarter mostly to aid the saying of "ALL WORK WITHOUT PLAY MAKES JACK A DULL BOY", sports aids learning because all forms of exercise have its own individual benefits.
5) It was the talent of a human that was programmed technologically in an AI format that has led to MODERN LIFE.
In my own perspective I agree in this statement because of the following reasons
1. you need to display your talent in competition do not fully engage yourself in technology just like in the Paralympics even if you have a ceased leg yes you need technology but also need your determination and strength who knows that because of the hardwork you put in yourself you might get better. Never give up on the hidden talent inside you
2. another reason of my view is technology as we all know a man can't depend on his strenght alone especially if deformed we all need technology which also contribute to the training and remember it is the way we use technology that makes it influence our life positively or negativily
Others may think technology ruins the game it doesn't it only ensures our safety
I strongly support the saying that "Sport should test talent, training and technology because all are part of the competition" because... when they all combined and applied together, we tend to have a great output. Sports should not only be concentrated on talents, because talent without training and technology is all a mess. One might be naturally gifted with the ability to perform athletics perfectly but without consistent training and application of technology, it becomes a hidden potential.
In modern football, sports assistants such as VAR(Video Assistant Referee) assists the referee by reviewing decisons using video footage and providing advice based on the footage. With this, accurate decisons and judgements are made. Also in formula 1, HALO is used to ensure the safety of drivers.
In conclusion, i think sport should test talent, training and technology for its effectiveness.
Yes i agree with this statement, a young athlete should be ready to see if his or her skills are up to the test, sports is a good form of entertainment, stress and recreation but is should also be used to see whether an athletes skills and equipment are up to the test.
Hi topical talkers, I personally agree with this statement because technology has become a crucial part of modern-day competitions, but others might feel otherwise because not everyone participating in such competitions has the same access to technology. I personally think that technology helps in making game decisions easier, reduces personal accidents, and helps in tracing dopers in sports competitions.
I agree because modern sports inevitably evolves to match the pace of new technology. Nowadays, including advanced methods and equipment enhanced by technology in training is standard. However, players must maintain fair play and use it when deemed reasonable, for example, a rookie who relies on sports as their source of income. Technology in sports can be beneficial, but its overuse can weaken the core of sports, which is competing human ability
I 100% agree with this statement , for example Armand used Puma's "claw" shoes—featuring a hooked toe spike—for quicker acceleration and higher vaults, clearing 6.30m for his 14th pole vault world record at the 2025 World Athletics.
he used a new tech to win athletics and make a record
We are using DRS in cricket, hawk-eye in tennis ,so those are all technologies right
which helps us to make accurate and fair decisions therefore I agree the statement
Do you think that these technologies always make their respective sports more fair with their decisions? If there are technical issues with these technologies or the operator is somehow bias how could this impact the results of the sport?
I absolutely agree with the mentioned statement.
Sport should test talent, training & technology because it’s no longer just a physical battle, it’s a challenge of problem solving. Athletes aren’t only racing against others, they’re racing against their own limits. Talent gives them instinct, training shapes control, and technology becomes a tool they need to understand and use wisely.
Two athletes might have the same equipment, but the one who adapts to it better often comes out ahead. That decision-making, reading data & adjusting technique is a skill on its own. In this way, sport tests not just the body, but the mind behind it, showing how humans grow alongside their inventions.
In Formula 1 & motorsport, the competition directly tests talent, training, and technology at the same time. Talent is tested through driving skill, reflexes, car control & decision making at high speeds where one mistake ends the race. Training is tested through endurance, consistency, and discipline, as drivers must maintain focus, manage tires, fuel & race strategy over long, physically demanding races. Technology is tested through car design, data systems, & engineering choices, where teams push innovation within strict rules. Winning in motorsport happens only when all three perform together, making it a true test of human ability, preparation, and technological mastery.
I agree with the statement because technolgy help an athlete to know how much kilometer him/her has ran but in the old time they could not now how many kilomiter they ren.
I agree with that point because it help an athlete to run a long distance without knowing the time you ren with
I do not agree because some of the trainig equipment can be harmfull to our body but it can steel on the other hand it still
good because it help us do training indoors and not outdoors
In some sports you can use tech and talent, such as F1. In F1, the teams make the cars which are tech, and in return requires a good driver to drive the car at its peak level. Because if a team develops new tech they have the advantage, but driver skill can over power the tech. For example, in 2024 a team called "Mclaren" had the best technology while the team "Redbull" won the world championship. You can have the best of both worlds and still have fun.
Some may disagree because they feel everyone should be equal and have the same amount of tech, but if you all had the same cars, it would be disadvantaged because everyone doesn't have the same skill. And it is two men to a team so there would be no balance. And with other team sports, the tech would advantage the sport because it will either be made into regulation or get banned because that's how the leagues works.
F1 is a great example of technology and talent in sport going hand in hand! Separating a drivers champion vs a team (constructors) champion is a way of looking at team performance vs an individual. At it's core the teams are given the same regulations to work within to build a car and race against other constructors, so they can test their performance against other teams. From a driver perspective they only have one team mate, someone with the same car and technology as them so their test of performance is against one another. In more junior spec series such as F2 and F3 where the car's are more similar and the driver can make changes to the setup and small adjustments do you think this is still a test of talent technology and training? How does this compare to F1?
I agree with this statement because everything eventually changes and sport is no different. Competition has never been truly stagnant, truly unchanging. Untrained talent alone won't take you far. Trying and failing countless times is an inherent part of sports. There's an old saying which goes a little like this: 'The only difference between the student and the master, is that the master has failed more times than the student has tried.' Now, why would we exclude tools which inherently changed the sports. Innovations such as synthetic tracks have completely changed various sports, excluding them is ignoring the history of sport itself.
Another reason why I believe that technology and training are an overall positive is the fact they can create a more complex contest. For example, Formula 1 is as much a competition between engineers as drivers. These engineers have done hundreds (if not thousands) of tests to shave off milliseconds at a time which lead to improved helmet and car designs. Competitions become contests of who can develop and apply their gift, not just who is naturally gifted.
However, others might believe that an over-reliance on technology can lead to budget contests and lead to the artistic form being gone. This means that the spirit is gone and is replaced by a soulless machine with perfect performance.
In conclusion, I believe that rejecting technology would be an insult to the history of sports as a whole.
Just following up on how tech is a side issue. I believe that tech should not be a part of sport. Athletes should be tested on their raw strength and how hard they trained to get to this point in their careers. My point was just a claim not a factual point. Tech should just be used VAR and Hawkeye. In conclusion tech has a place in sports and it needs to stay there
I agree because it's completely true that nowadays these four are combined to obtain better results. I think it should be in a way that develops performance but also cares for the athletes health. In addition I also believe that it's fair if all the competitors have access to the same ones and in the same way, having equal opportunities. From my point of view, as far as training and technology are used with deportivity, this renewed sport is fantastic!
I agree with this statement because to be able to see someone to their full potential you will need to combine talent, training, and technology, restricting one would fail to see the true extent that someone can have. Though I recognize that the issue with this statement is what if the person in the sport doesn't have the access in technology , making the claim that it is unfair to this person. To this I rebuttal with why should we restrict a training method or a type of technology just for the people that can not access these technology, would this not be unfair for the people who are able and want to see their full extent. I also want to say that sports as a whole has always evolved as time pass, so this "technology" does not always mean something that is very high-tech that only a hand full of people can access. For example in track and field, back in the 1940s sprint athletes would wear spikes made from leather, fast forward to now sprint athletes now wear carbon fiber spikes, technology so small that not many people recognize are considered to be, now I ask, should track athletes wear leather spikes to make it more fair?
I agree with this statement because sports should include all aspects of the competition as that's what people are focusing on and working towards. Another reason for my view is that it's good to see different parts of the sport showcased in different athletes. Talent, what they're naturally good at, training, how they develop and improve their talents, and then finally technology, how we utilize the tools available to us. However, others might feel that the involvement of technology might disrupt the focus on natural talent and hard work, since relying too much on advanced equipment or tools can give unfair advantages and distract from the athletes actual skill and effort. Even though some people think that, I still think that showing all the parts of a sport is important to see because then that way you can watch the athlete's improvement journey and what they go through to get to where they are. Seeing this process also helps fans understand better how difficult it is to succeed in sports and how much dedication it takes. In the end, combining talent, training, and technology into sports shows what it really means to compete at a high level.
I agree with this statement. Modern sport doesn’t rely only on natural abilities anymore. While natural ability remains important, modern sport increasingly depends on scientific training methods, advanced equipment and technology to maximize performance. Developments in sports science allow athletes to train more efficiently through personalized fitness programs, biomechanical analysis and performance monitoring helps athletes refine technique and identify weaknesses, while improved equipment enhances speed, strength and endurance. In addition, advances in nutrition and recovery reduce injury risk and extend athletes’ careers. As a result, a combination of natural talent and modern innovations enable athletes to achieve performances that would not have been possible in the past. In my opinion, this shows that success in sport today is as much about preparation as talent.
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I agree with this statement because all of them are important because all of the three are significant. Sport cannot be played without talent or training or technology.
Technology.
In some sports like football, technology is extremely efficient such as the VAR. Football cannot go along without VAR. It is so significant since it gives accurate decisions and it is also the assistant of the referee that confirms decisions. Without VAR, a lot of football teams and fans will be oppressed because of the inaccurate decisions. Another example of technology is the goal-line technology that is used in the confusing goals like if the ball crossed the goal line or not.
Training.
Technology without training leads to nothing. Training depends on pure skill. You can be trained by real coaches or virtual ones which will improve your performance if you were an NBA or a footballer for example, technology like Whoop (used by Cristiano Ronaldo) can be used to measure the heart rate or the respiratory rate also it can give a healthy schedule and diets for people. In the NBA, basketballers use technology devices to train to adjust their angles in dribbling and shooting. Training helps all players to gain skills.
Actually, technology plus training equals talent and success 100% if the athletes concentrated in their dreams. Training hard and using technology precisely will lead to their goals.
To conclude, I totally agree that talent, training and technology should be tested in sport. Also, we cannot depend on talent, technology or training only, they complete each other.
I disagree,I think all the athletes should have the same opportunities,no metter where they come from .
When some countries give more money and better hard work should the most important not money. This is wath I think,tell me what y'all thinks.
I agree with this statement. But, if I had to rank these three from the most important to the least important, it would be training, talent, and then technology. Athletes can still have a great performance even without technology, since technology mainly just helps them to train smarter and more effectively. However, if athletes don't train at all, their performance would surely decline, don't you think?
Think of it like this: talent is the seed, while training helps this seed slowly grow into a tree through attentive care everyday. Technology is the one making the tree even more fertile and better. Without talent, there will be nothing to grow. Without training, it would only be a seed with potential but never fully grows. However, without technology, this tree can still grow without any major obstacle—it just might not reach their full potential. I believe that technology is only something to enhance your performance, but it still can't replace your talent and hard work. Therefore, if an athlete can combine and balance all these 3, they will surely reach their peak performance and full potential.
I fully agree that sport should test all three. Talent is the foundation, but technology is the tool that unlocks its full potential-much like a better paintbrush helps an artist without doing the work for them. while we must protect the 'human element' to keep sports inspiring, we shouldn't fear evolution. As long as tech remains a bridge to excellence rather than a substitute for effort, it belongs in the arena. Ultimately, the triumph of an athlete should be measured by how they master their tools, not by how they are replaced by them.
The phrase "Talent plus Tech equals Modern Sport" encapsulates the move from the "Natural Athlete" to the "Optimized Human." Although natural ability remains the fundamental prerequisite, it is no longer the sole differentiator. In the new world, "Talent" provides the engine, and "Tech" provides the precision tuning and the high-octane fuel to make that engine run at optimum capacity over a longer period of time.
We have now entered an era that has been defined by the "Death of Guesswork." The "gut-feel" of the coach or the sports scientist has been replaced by biometrics and spatial analysis. When a player’s performance begins to dip, we no longer ask whether the player has lost his touch; we ask what his heat maps and his sleep and recovery rates are telling us. This hybrid of the rational and the irrational has created a world of sport that is faster, safer, and more calculated than anything we saw in the 20th century.
Furthermore, technology has dramatically changed the "Micro-Margin Era." In the era, the line between the podium and obscurity is measured in fractions of a percent, and the tech side of the equation is what tips the scales. It is no longer about replacing the human effort, but about ensuring that not a single ounce of that effort is squandered on inefficiency.
At the end of the day, the union of the talented and the tech-savvy has democratized the scouting process. "Modern" refers to the globalized process in which a smartphone and tracking application can create the digital scout's dream.
I completely agree with this statement.
Sports should test talent, training, and technology because all of them help athletes preform well. Talent gives athletes ability, training helps them improve, and technology can support better performance. As long as the rules are the same for everyone, this is fair.
In my opinion, sports is about doing the best, and all three should be part of the competition.
I agree with this statement because sports is about talent, and training helps to improve the athlete's talent; likewise, technology helps to improve talent and training. So all of them work hand in hand.
I agree that talent plus technology equals modern sports because, talents are people's potentials, like creativity, instincts and skills. while on the other hand, technology is refined talents, due to technology, training is no longer guess work, but can be used to measure player fatigue and muscle load. Technology also helps to reduce injuries by protecting talented athletes from injuries. i personally believe that technology plus talent brings about modern sports
I agree with the statement. Well, sports should test talent, technology and skill because they are all part of the competition.
Talents is an individual's natural skill. It is an essential part of sports. Without talents, sports may not be competitive enough fans' entertainment.
Despite the importance of talent, without the proper training, talent cannot reach its full potential. Many people are born with talents in sports, but due to low or no training, the won't succeed in sports. Most people also think that since they have talent, there is no need to train but this shouldn't be. Talent isn't always enough. Talent is important but without the proper training, it can't manifest.
Then we have technology which is very important. Humans are gradually moving to the time where technology is dominant. Please, don't get me wrong. By saying technology is dominant, I mean that humans are actively using it in every aspect of life especially sports. Technology isn't meant to replace sports but enhance it.
Most people however don't support technology because They think it will 'do more harm than good'. Personally, I don't believe in the motion that states "Technology will replace humans". Once humans learn the right application of technology, I think they will understand that technology will enhance us especially in sports.
I think that modern sports should test all three because if one is left out, sports will not be cannot reach its full potential. The three skills work together. If one is left out, there will not be progress in modern sport.
I agree with this statement as it is true that, in modern sports, it has always been about more than just natural talent. Sportsmen do not just rely on their natural talent; they also require proper training, guidance, and equipment to reach their highest potential. Technology is used in sports to assist sportsmen in breaking boundaries and reaching their highest potential, which is essential for the development and interest in sports.
Another reason for my agreement with this statement is that technology used in sports for training is not based on natural talent; it is based on hard work and dedication. Sportsmen who are willing to put in more effort and make greater use of technology can gain an edge over others, which is essential for an interesting game. This also ensures that countries invest in science and fair improvements that can benefit sports as a whole.
However, it can also be argued that sports are becoming unfair with the incorporation of technology, as not all sportsmen can afford technology for their training. Sports are meant to test natural talent and hard work, not money and technology. Even though this is a valid point, it can also be managed through various regulations.
I agree with this notion: Modern sports are not just about natural talent. It's about the intersection of natural talent, training and technology. Modern athletes compete in an environment that has been influenced by sports science, data analysis and advanced technology. Because these elements are already a part of elite sports. It would be meaningless to exclude technology from the mix. Another reason I subscribe to this notion is that technology is as much about brains and preparation as it is about brawn. Thinking about cycling or swimming. It's not about physical strength and endurance, but also about how well teams and athletes can utilise performance analytics,areodynamics, and equipment design. Innovation, hardwork and intelligence- these are all excellent qualities that are rewarded by technology. Topical talkers might argue that technology provides an advantage to richer teams or countries, and that natural talent is thereby diminished. This is a valid concern, but it's not a reason to exclude technology from the mix. Rather it's a reason to regulate it. Technology can be controlled so that it does not impact the fairness of the competition, but it can also add richness to the competition. Sports should be about testing talent, training and technology, because the best of the best are those who can excel in all aspects of modern competition.
I disagree with this statement because sports as a concept doesn't need technologies to be played. It's definition is and I quote, 'sport is an athletic activity requiring skills or physical prowess and often a competitive nature' (dictionary.com) this definition doesn't contain any form of shout-out to technology as it isn't a main section of a competition
If all people have different tech the competition would be about engineering not skills and discipline. Engineers would have been probably the best athletes there is, as they have the best techs on their hand, and with a technology this powerful, then who needs skills
The winter games had done their role by violating any over-engineered technology and also ones that aren't available for all teams making the competition fair without any advantages. They also fund some teams which have pure skills but need a financial buff.
The winter games had done their role, it's time for the athletes to do theirs with discipline.
I agree that sport should test talent, training and technology because all three shape modern competition. Natural ability like speed, strength and focus is important, but talent alone is not enough to succeed today.
Training turns talent into real results. Good coaching, healthy diets and sports science help athletes improve more than ever before. Modern preparation includes smart fitness plans, recovery methods and mental strength. This shows that sport is not only physical, but also a test of discipline and strategy.
Technology brings excitement and new possibilities. Better equipment, data analysis and motion tracking help athletes understand their performance and improve in creative ways. New inventions in sport intrigue us because they show how innovation can push human limits and keep competition fresh.
Some people think technology makes sport unfair. However, it does not replace hard work. It rewards athletes who know how to use it well. Even with the same tools, the smarter and better-prepared athlete will still succeed.
In the end, sport should test talent, training and technology together. Modern competition is a mix of natural ability, effort and innovation, and all three deserve to be judged.
I've changed my mind on this multiple times, but i disagree with the statement because i do not believe that technology should be part of the competition. I say this because, if technology is a part of sports, then only the richest athletes will have access to the top levels of that sport (such as the olympics), because money is the only way to have access to the latest technology. If one does not have that, then they cannot become the best, regardless of how much they train, as there will be competitors that are just as talented as them and that also have the money for the necessary tech. An example would be that, at the 2022 Winter Games (known for relying a lot on technology), 91 countries participated, and yet 9 out the top ten coutries by gold medal count were in the top 24 globally by GDP per capita (out of 195).
Another reason for my view is that, if tech is a part of sports, then athletes will have to incorporate said tech into their training in order to train well. Because of this, atheletes without the money for it will not be able to train properly (in addition to not being able to compete properly). This further separates socio-economic classes in athletic performance, meaning only those who are rich enough to afford tech and top coaching can become top athletes.
However, others might feel that tech is an essential part of sports, as it drives technological development that can spill over to other domains where it can benefit us. In addition, another point that others might make is that this sports incentive for development stimulates economic growth.
I strongly agree with this statement because if sports measured talent, training, and technology, it would be fair. This ensures you compete against someone at your actual level rather than being overwhelmed by a mismatch.
Another reason for my view is the technology, If the equipment is same, you won't lose to someone just because they have powerful or more expensive technology , it would now depend on your own skills.
However, others might feel that sports should have the freedom not to measure these things. They may believe that a person can defeat any technology through hard work and better training.
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I agree with this statement. I think that skill isn't considered only important factor in sports these days. Athletes need technology, smart strategies, and practice to do their best. For instance, runners have shoes so bouncy they could practically leap over the finish line, and swimmers wear super-suits that make them feel like dolphins. Some records would not be possible without it, and athletes might just run in circles!
How can we exclude Technology when it improves the fairness and excitement of competitions? Some of the best technology uses in aports are Instant replays in tennis and goal-line technology in football. They ensure that the right decision is made, preventing unfair complaints. However, some think that using too much technology is cheating. I strongly believe that sports shouldn't only test talent and training but also technology, because these three factors combined are what make sports challenging, enjoyable, and a little futuristic.
I agree that technology and natural equipment does push athletes to push much harder. Rather then letting their natural ability take it they use modern technology improve on top of what they got. We may not see good natural talent today but a more improve version in the future. Many new athletes today use technology to improve their natural talent. Players like Lebron James use WHOOP which is a device to keep track their heartrate, sleep, strain, and recovery. With that players can see how long they last doing warmups or training which helps them see what they should focus on.
However, many would argue that natural talent made the sport fun and expected a lot of tension between players. The sport was exciting when no technology helped them track their diet or sleep or recovery all the hype was all in talent and adrenaline to keep the athletes up and perform at the human better instead of technology helping them. It made great athletes come to life.
Overall, using technology made athletes better today and helped them understand where they stand. Technology has advanced over the past decade making it more accurate than it was back in the 2000s. To many, technology made athletes better but could never past the hype and expectations they had.
I agree with this statement because sport in modern times isn't just about talent anymore. It is a combination of access to new technology that enables you to learn about yourself and how to perform better as well as enable you to train more effectively. I also strongly believe that sports are always evolving and the newest stage of evolution is the involvement of technology instead of just talent alone. However, others might feel that talent without technology can compete with the combination of technology and talent. I agree that talent alone is better than technology alone but I believe that it is best to combine them when it comes to modern sport. The same sports 100 years ago are very different to the same sports today and therefore people must adapt to be the best they can be.
I agree with the statement.
Modern sport has always evolved, and technology is now a natural part of that progress. Athletes still need talent and years of hard training, but advanced equipment, data analysis, and sports science help them perform at their best. Since all competitors usually have access to similar technology under the same rules, it does not remove fairness. Instead, it pushes human performance further and makes sport more exciting to watch.
I disagree with this statement because for me the most important part of sports is the natural talent. Technology and training help, but they cannot be replace by passion, skill and enthusiasm. Another reason for my view is that a lot of athletes don´t have the same access to expensive equipment than others. However, others might feel that new methods are neccesary for reach the top. In my opinion, nothing can beat passion, skill and enthusiasm.
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I agree with this statement because sports are mostly related with talent, but actually, there is more than talent behind all the great results in real life. Sports should obviously test talent, because if you are not talented, you won't be good at sports. However, talent requires effort, hardworking and training. From my perspective, training and technology should also be tested, because they are part of the competition.
It is not fair that someone who has made a wide effort in a sport has a lower result than someone that has only depended on technology, as better equipment, facilities and personal dedicated to help athletes, also play a big role in the results. A few seconds can decide everything, so those little things are very important.
Others might disagree with me, because each person is talented on something, meaning that talent is what matters the most, not thinking about the effort behind it.
Nevertheless, in my opinion, each person can be more or less talented in something, but if you want to achieve something and you work hard for it, you will finally reach your goals.
I complettely agree with these statment because all that is said on this statement is right because on the sports like football or basketball you need to have talent, you need to train each day during a period of time (it dosent need to be a lot of time) because if not you lose your level of been a good player on the field and what technology you used for training. Another reason for my point of view is that this statement is almost perfect because in my case I will put "Sports should test talent, training, technology, the level you have on the field, because all are part of a competition".
However others might feel that I´m wrong and they disagree with me, but if you stop thinking one moment what I said you will think that I might be right because technology talent level and training are part of a competition and I include level on my opinion because the level that you have can vary in how much did you train and what technology you used because if you used bad technology and you train a little bit you musent have level instead if you used the correct technology and the sufficient time to be a good player on the field you will have so much level and you will surpass the others one
In conclusion level is important to and technology, training, talent and level should be too.
I partly agree. Sport should definitely test talent and training, because skill, discipline, and effort are at the heart of fair competition. Technology can also be a positive part of sport because it improves safety, accuracy, and performance, and reflects real-world progress.
However, technology needs limits. If access to advanced equipment gives some athletes a big advantage simply because of money or resources, competition can become unfair. So overall, sport works best when talent and training come first, and technology supports them without overshadowing them.
In conclusion, sport should test talent and training above all, with technology playing a supporting role. When carefully regulated, technology can enhance performance and fairness without undermining the true spirit of competition.
some people think the Olympics and Paralympics are not completely fair because richer countries can afford better sport technology .this can give their athletes an advantage , even athletes work just as hard.
However, others think the games are still fair because athletes still need talent, and determination to win .Technology can help, but it cannot replace skill and effort. Also, the Olympics have rules to limit equipment so no one has an unfair advantage.
Overall, while money and technology can effect fairness, the Olympics and Paralympics still celebrate hard work ,ability, and sportsmanship.
I think in this moment in time yes because it can push you to
the limit on game day, I have read a book that some swimmers
use tredmills under water so you do not need to poot that much
presure on your musles and can loosen your blood vesals.
In my point of view I AGREE with this sentence .In 2026, trying to separate the humans from the machines is like trying to take something work with only a small percentage of its capabilities . I see that tech isn't replacing talent; it’s finally letting us see what the human body is actually capable of!
Look at the numbers: the sports tech market is hitting $39 billion this year.. We’re talking about AI-driven injury forecasting that increased legitimate by 20% . If we can stop a star player's career from ending early because a computer saw a strain they couldn't feel, why should we stop it ?
Sure, I get why people are grumpy about "pixel-perfect" VAR or semi-automated offsides—I've spent many hours shouting at a screen because a goal was disallowed by a literal millimeter. It can feel like we're losing that raw, "soulful" joy. And yeah, the gap between a "smart stadium" and my local park is massive, creating a bit of a "rich-gets-faster" system.
But sport has always been about our tools. From the first stitched leather ball to carbon-fiber spikes, we've always used our brains to help our legs.
If we stripped away the tech today, would a "world record" even mean anything to us anymore?
I agree with this statement because modern sport is vey good in most of the ways. As there is a lot of new technology, this shows the creativity of humans. And this makes the game more exciting. Another reason for my view is that training and technology together makes the sport person to be safe and perform better.
However, others might feel that technology is unfair because all the equipment should be bought. The better the equipment is, the more expensive it is. So sports people who have money can buy the best one and the people who don’t have money, can’t buy the best one. This leads to unfairness.
So in my opinion, mixing talent with technology is the best way to see of what humans are really capable of.
But there are some solutions to fix this problem. Like one of them is to have rules where everyone uses the same basic technology. Or also, technology with high-quality cameras and sensors. This makes the game more honest and fun to watch.
So, even though it’s not always perfect, I think mixing technology with talent is best. It makes sports safer, fairer and more exciting to watch.
It's exciting to see the ways in which technology can affect sport. You mentioned it makes sports safer and fairer, do you have examples of this?
I disagree with the statement because in my opinion sports- technology should be reduced to very basic usage. Naturally it depends on the sport and im not well informed in other sports than football, so my opinion is based on the sport . Normally, I like the old way sport was played , relying on pure talent and hard work, without using technology. It gave everybody the same chance, nobody was better because of the sponsors or the money. It was the dedication that someone had to become good/ the best in the sport.
Today technology plays a big role in a lots of sports. The shoes the athletes wear when their running, the suit they have on when skiing , are all modified to boost the performance of the athletes and the bring out the athletes maximum this way. Sports-technology has good sides, a lots of records can be broken by using the modified gear that is prepared for the athlete. It can also safe a lot of life’s and lower the chance of injury .
My opinion is backed-up by football. For example, in football there is the so called VAR(Video Assistant Referee) that look out in each chance one team gets if the player was offside . In the last years VAR was improved so much that every millimetre count, it makes the game unplayable. I personally play the sport on middle to upper class so their isn’t referee and offside isn’t looked at that much , never the less in upper leagues VAR checks very carefully and in some cases it takes the fun from the sport.
In summary sports-technology has good sides but should be use on basic level.
I agree with this statement, because my be some people is not talented like others or some people is not training at all and the others is training. So it will not be fare.
In my opinion, I strongly agree that modern sport combines natural talent with training methods, equipment, and technology. Talent is important because it gives athletes a strong starting point, but talent alone is not enough to reach the highest level. Today, athletes use advanced training programs, scientific diets, and modern equipment to improve their speed, strength, and accuracy. Technology such as video analysis and performance tracking helps them understand their weaknesses and improve faster than ever before.
For example, many world-class players are talented, but what makes them champions is their hard work and the smart use of technology. Modern sport is no longer just about who is naturally gifted; it is about who works the hardest and uses every available tool to become better. That is why I believe talent plus technology truly equals modern sporting success.
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I agree because modern sport performance is driven by framework :talent , training and technology . while natural ability remains the foundation, advance scientific ,methodologies and high-tech equipment now push human performance beyond traditional biological limits.