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BBC Learning English July 30, 2026

The Debate About Cheating in Sports

Have you ever heard of someone cheating in sports? It's usually not allowed and can get you into trouble. One way people cheat is by using performance-enhancing drugs, also known as doping. This can make your body stronger or faster, but it's not fair to others. A famous cyclist named Lance Armstrong was banned from sports for doing this.

There's a new sports event called The Enhanced Games, where athletes can use performance-enhancing drugs if they want to. It's like the Olympics, but with a big difference. Some people think this is a bad idea because it's not fair and can be dangerous. Others think it's okay because the athletes are taking the drugs in a safe way, with a doctor's supervision.

The Enhanced Games are very divisive, which means they cause a lot of disagreement. Some people think they cross the line and set a bad example. This means they think the games are encouraging people to do something that's not acceptable. But others think it's okay because the athletes are being honest about what they're doing. The debate about The Enhanced Games is still going on, and people have strong opinions about it. It's a question of ethics and what's right or wrong.

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