Every two years, like for example, 2016 summer and 2018 winter, the world’s finest athletes converge on a city for a few weeks to prove that they are the best at their craft. Athletes like Michael Phelps come only once in a generation. He will leave behind goals for future swimmers like getting 24 medals to eclipse his mark of 23.
I don’t know much about Olympic events except for American sports lIke basketball, volleyball, and weight lifting, but I do know it is every Olympic athlete’s responsibility to try their hardest to win gold. However, some athletes go too far by using PEDs.
These cheaters need to be banned eight years if caught. Another positive test; lifetime ban. There is no place in sports for cheaters in the world. I am not suggesting any of today’s athletes cheated; I’m just saying what should happen if they do.
Lastly, I am convinced some sports that aren’t in the Olympics need to be in it, like baseball and softball, and mixed martial arts. People will watch those. If you’re wondering why I’ve never said football belongs in the Olympic games, it’s because the U.S. and Canada are the only two countries that have advanced level leagues in that sport.
Play fair and may the best team or athlete win!