The authorities
of each game are responsible for making decisions that making competition stronger without missing the fair and sport spirit. So, they must determine if
the use of artificial legs by Oscar Pistorius is fair or not.
Many people
believe that he shouldn’t compete with able-bodied people since his legs give him an
advantage because they are taller and much lighter than those of other athletes.
In addition, his body will need less power because his heart pumps blood to
upper body only. All these make his steps longer, faster and more endurance. For
these reasons the competition will be unfair.
Some people, in
turn, think that he should be able to compete with able-bodied people because he is very strong
man and his power comes from his hard practice and preparation. Moreover, he
gives a perfect example of the persistence that many athletes lack. Besides that,
he always competes in the 100 and 200 meter, and this type of running requires good acceleration and it doesn't require more energy that is needed in long
distance running. Also, he can reduce the length of his legs to suit with other
competitors.
In summary, I think
he deserves to be given a chance to show his abilities. I think his
participation will open a huge door to other disabled athletes and will encourage the
sport and financial companies to support them.
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