How winning really became the only thing
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Athletes used to be honored if they made the finals or championships, even if they, or their team, did not win first place. However, now, athletes who come in second or third are vilified. Television coverage of sports is largely responsible for this.
Publication Name: Maclean's
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 0024-9262
Year: 1995
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The CFL gains from Flutie's frustrations
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Doug Flutie's small size kept him for being a quarterback in the National Football League, even though he believes he can outplay most of the quarterbacks in the league. Flutie is a star in the CFL, where his size is less of a handicap.
Publication Name: Maclean's
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 0024-9262
Year: 1996
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The ultimate goal: the almighty buck
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Most athletes want exorbitant salaries. Their desire for high pay is driven by ego and hard competition, not value. Some sports figures are content to live on their lower salaries, with their self-respect intact.
Publication Name: Maclean's
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 0024-9262
Year: 1992
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