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| February 11 Write about the Olympics I don't enjoy watching the Olympics, or most any sporting event, live. Too many commercials, and if I'm rooting for an individual or team, too much tension. My heart doesn't like tension. I prefer watching events which are straightforward, that is 1) no subjective scoring, 2) no unusual obstacles (eg moguls or ramps or other competitors, and 3) sports strictly based on skill and strategy or strength. So what I focus on, in order, are curling, biathalon, and speed skating. As a curler many years ago, I know how hard it is to get the line, the spin and the weight right to put a rock where you want it. That combined with the chess-like planning that's required are what make it so watchable for me. Biathalon is a favorite because as ex-military I am amazed that those women and men work so hard on their skis and then shoot accurately with their hearts pounding...especially in the standing position. Finally, I enjoy the individual speed skating events because the competitors have to have lots of raw power, but also the knowledge and discipline to not waste it all in the first half of the event, then run out long before the finish line. Since I'm not at home when many of the events are happening live, I'm really happy that I'm able to watch full replays (commercial free). And with replays, I can pause it to visit the loo or refill a plate or drink, and I can scroll forward or backward to ensure I see everything I want, and nothing I don't. |
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