Thread: Equality In Competiton Too?

I wonder how many of those who support "equality for all", as in equal outcomes in life, are also fans of athletics? Many here advocate a society where everyone is brought up (or some brought down?) to an equal level; given the same advantages as everyone else regardless of work ethic, ability, or merit. In fact, life itself, just being here, is all the merit that is required for some.

Athletic competition, where there is always a winner, and always a loser, is the absolute antithesis of that view point. It's survival of the fittest, literally. The "Darwinian Society" glorified. I mean, if you are one of those who want everyone to have just as much as everyone else, how can you even stand to watch, let alone financially support through buying tickets, sporting events which epitomize inequality? Wouldn't it be hypocritical to cheer on the winners at the expense of the losers? Especially when the losers may experience real life disadvantage as a consequence of losing?

Consider the real advantages gained by the winners. Especially Olympic athletes and professional sports figures. What with the big endorsement deals, etc. that make them incredibly wealthy and famous, and allows them to buy big houses, fancy cars, luxury vacations. What about all those other athletes who train just as hard, but just don't quite cut it? No money, no fame. Totally unfair isn't it? Do you find it offensive?

Can you stand it? Are your convictions that strong? And do you boycott sporting events?