Quote by Avery Brundage

Sport must be amateur or it is not sport. Sports played professionally are entertainment.

Sport must be amateur or it is not sport. Sports played prof

Summary

This quote emphasizes the belief that sport loses its essence and true spirit when it becomes a professional endeavor. It suggests that sports played at a professional level are primarily seen as a form of entertainment rather than an authentic athletic pursuit. The idea is that amateur athletes participate in sports for the pure joy of the activity, while professionals are motivated by monetary gain and fame. It implies that the commercialization of sport takes away from its fundamental values and genuine sporting engagement.

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By Avery Brundage

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