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Originally Posted by Phanuthier
Maybe I underestimate the importance of success at the olympics, but whats the big deal if we arn't a leading country in medals? What do we get, bragging rights for a few weaks?
I'd rather the millions get spent on something more contructive (no offense to the olympic participants) then to try and get more medals.
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I'm not convinced it's the best use of my money either - but if we are spending it they damn well better bring home something.
The purpose of sports is to win - not just to show up.