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Sport is a big part of life in Russia. Many people watch football, hockey, figure skating, boxing, skiing, and martial arts. In winter, some people skate, ski, or play hockey. In summer, people ride bikes, run in parks, play football, and go to outdoor gyms.
Sport is different for different people. For some people, it is a hobby. They train two or three times a week because they want to feel healthy. For other people, sport is a job. Professional athletes train every day. They work with coaches, doctors, managers, and sponsors. They travel to competitions and try to win medals, cups, and money.
Sport can also be a way to make friends. People play football after college, go to the gym together, or join running clubs. But sport is not always easy. It takes time, discipline, and energy. Sometimes people get injuries. Sometimes they train too much and feel tired.
Sport is popular because it gives people emotion. Fans shout, players fight for victory, and every match has a story. One team is winning, another team is losing, and nobody knows the final result until the end.
5. Text Questions
Answer the questions.
- What sports are popular in Russia?
- What do people do in winter?
- What do people do in summer?
- Why do some people train two or three times a week?
- Why is sport a job for professional athletes?
- Who helps professional athletes?
- How can sport help people make friends?
- Why is sport not always easy?
- Why do people like watching sport?
- What is exciting about a match?