Задание

Speaker A

For me, athletics is the most exciting sport, especially the sprint races. I can feel the athletes' adrenaline myself when they're on their marks. When someone from this country is in the line-up, I can get a bit carried away. I remember, especially in the last Olympics, when one of our athletes won the gold in the hundred metres. It was a great moment! I'm sure the neighbours must've thought I was mad when they heard me shouting "Come on!" at the TV. Then when he crossed the finishing line in the first place, my mates and I let out a great roar! We were so thrilled we went out afterwards to celebrate.

Speaker B

The only spectator sport for me is football. Not so much for the action, actually, but for the atmosphere in the ground. I've supported my local team all my life, and never tire of seeing them play. But, actually, nothing beats the sense of comradery you get when the fans get together in the ground. I love the singing, the chanting and the cheering when the goal is scored. It's just amazing! You feel part of something so much greater than you would if you were simply watching a match on the TV. Of course, I do sometimes do that too.

Speaker C

I wish every Olympics were Winter Olympics because the sport I can't get enough of is figure skating. I know some people say it's dancing, not a sport, but I don't think that's fair. You see some amazing athleticism from both the men and the women. I tried it once myself, but it just showed me how difficult it is and how brave you need to be to leap into the air and spin around with skates on, not to mention when the skaters perform with a pair and movements are doubly complicated. I doubt if many people realise how much practice and skill is needed to harmonise with your partner!

Speaker D

My favourite sport to do, as well as to watch, is BMX racing. Watching the professionals is almost as exhilarating as riding on a course yourself. They fly so high into the air after the humps and take a lot of risks. I've seen a lot of dramatic falls over the years as a BMX fan. It goes without saying, I always wear a helmet when I get on my own bike. Having said that, it's the knees that seem to suffer the most injuries, and you notice if you watch this sport that the professional riders always protect them by wearing knee pads.

Speaker E

My favourite spectator sport is cricket. For me, it's relaxing and exciting. Matches can take a long time, but so much can change in a short space of time, and that's why I find it enjoyable. Also, you can appreciate the sporting technique and the number of different players at the same time, because each player demonstrates different abilities. The fielder can make a great catch, the bowler can make a great ball, and the batsman can hit a six all in the space of one over. It's great when a team works together to build up a great score or to get all the other players out.

Speaker F

I love watching dance. The atmosphere in the venue is electric, and there are moments of intense silence followed by loud cheers. I usually go with a group of friends and we always enjoy ourselves. I don't have a favourite player as you never know who'll be on form and who will have a bad day. It's a great night out, and lots of fun. No matter who wins or loses. And there's a great sense of comradery between the players and between the supporters.