ТЕМА: Some people dream of becoming professional athletes.

What is your opinion? Do you agree with this statement?
Write 200 – 250 words.
Use the following plan:
− make an introduction (state the problem)
− express your personal opinion and give 2–3 reasons for your opinion
− express an opposing opinion and give 1–2 reasons for this opposing opinion
− explain why you don’t agree with the opposing opinion
− make a conclusion restating your position

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Данная тема открыта для регистрации и выбора темы конкурсного эссе в рамках конкурса “Wizards for Essays”

Внимание! Прежде чем пройти регистрацию на конкурс, выбрав данную тему , внимательно ознакомьтесь с его положением.

Положение о конкурсе.

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Тему выбрал Иванов Иван Николаевич,
учитель английского языка МБОУ "СОШ № 4" города Екатеринбурга/студент 2 курса факультета "Журналистика" МГУ им. Н. П. Огарева г. Саранск.

Тему выбрала Логинова Светлана Юрьевна,
учитель английского языка МКОУ "Стан-Бехтемирская СОШ" Бийского района Алтайского края.

Вы допущены к участию в конкурсе.
Данная тема закреплена за вами.
Тема будет разблокирована для публикации вашего конкурсного эссе 10 октября 2015 года.

Do you still remember the time during the Olympics when millions of people were glued to the TV screens admiring their favourite sportsmen? You can always find a man who wants to become a professional athlete and share the international glory and success.

As for me, I am usually enthusiastic about popular sports events and give my respect to the sportsmen. But I don`t support the idea of doing sport professionally. First of all, it is hard work which is associated with bad injuries and tiredness. Besides, athletes are forced to sacrifice a lot of things like getting children and having time for a hobby. Moreover, sportsmen have to retire young without having a job and then they need to do something else in life.

A lot of people however think that professional sport is a great thing. Firstly, in their opinion, it is a possibility to become famous and well-paid. Secondly, sport gives a chance to see the world and acquire self-confidence.

I personally wouldn`t support the idea of becoming a top sportsman. There is no good in excessive workout, doping and total control. In general, the delight from hearing the national anthem costs professional athletes too much.

To sum up, big sport is not always fun and excitement. It is much better to do regular exercises to keep fit and stay healthy. As for dreams, you can find another one and feel happy.