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    Question #50627. pjotr asks:

    I do not understand the situation regarding amateur and professional athletes in the Olympics. Why do I hear some athletes are not turning pro to continue to play in the Olympics, yet I see NBA millionaires playing in the Olympics. Why the double standard?


    robboy

    		I think this site will explain just how it came to be. The reality is that the whole idea of amateurs only is a pipe dream, because some people will cheat. The original olympics wasn't a purist affair, I don't imagine. Evidence the state of affairs during the USSR domination of many sports and competitions several years back. The more realistic approach, I believe, is simply put out the invitation to one and all. Make it a contest of the best, regardless of status.
    http://www.pbs.org/newshour/forum/july96/olympics_7-23.html

    Aug 28 04, 11:01 PM
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