It has ceased to be a sporting event but more of an occasion full of ‘razzmatazz’ and spectacle. Why all the fuss about Lady Gaga and Celine Dion being in attendance. What have they got to do with sport?

The financial cost of holding it in the city of Paris, especially the security, and not in a purpose built stadium, must be astronomical, especially the opening ceremony. The inconvenience to the local population must be driving them mad. Some of the events, to my mind, are ridiculous; break dancing for goodness sake!

The whole reason for the Olympic Games is to witness sporting achievement not all this glitz and glamour. From a personal point of view I enjoy the various athletic events, especially on the track. However, I do appreciate other sports but certainly not break dancing.