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英検1級 二次 予想トピック 82 ・ 🏥 健康・医療・スポーツ ・ To what extent

To what extent should summer sports events be changed because of extreme heat?

猛暑を理由に、夏のスポーツ大会はどの程度まで見直されるべきか。

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部活動や甲子園など夏の大会の経験があり、熱中症の怖さを身近に感じている人向け。

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賛成（Yes）で話すなら

I believe summer sports events should be changed to a large extent, because extreme heat is now a serious threat to athletes' health.

  1. health risksHeatstroke can cause serious harm and even death, especially among young athletes who push themselves too hard. Summers in Japan have become so hot that playing outdoors in the afternoon is often dangerous.
  2. spectators and staffNot only players but also spectators, volunteers, and referees are exposed to the heat. Older spectators and young children are particularly at risk.
  3. fair competitionAthletes cannot perform at their best in extreme heat. Holding events in the morning, in the evening, or in cooler seasons would lead to better and fairer competitions.

反対（No）で話すなら

I believe only limited changes are needed, because summer events have great value and can be made safer in other ways.

  1. traditionEvents like the national high school baseball tournament are part of Japanese culture. Changing them completely would disappoint many players and fans.
  2. safety measuresRisks can be reduced with measures such as cooling breaks, more water stations, and medical staff on site. Many tournaments have already introduced steps like these.
  3. school schedulesSummer vacation is often the only time students can hold big tournaments without missing classes. Moving events to other seasons would clash with school schedules and exams.

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QShould the national high school baseball tournament be moved to a domed stadium?

I think it is worth considering, but I don't think it is the best option. Koshien Stadium has a special meaning for players, so moving completely would be a big loss. A more realistic compromise is to avoid the hottest hours by holding games in the morning and evening, as the tournament has already started to do.

Q：夏の甲子園は、ドーム球場に移すべきですか。
A：検討する価値はありますが、最善の案ではないと思います。甲子園球場は選手にとって特別な意味があるので、完全に移すのは大きな損失です。大会がすでに始めているように、試合を朝と夕方に行って最も暑い時間帯を避ける方が、現実的な妥協案です。

QWho should decide whether an event is too dangerous to hold?

I think the decision should be based on objective data, such as the heat stress index, rather than the feelings of coaches or organizers. Doctors should also be involved. Clear rules would make it easier to cancel or delay games without blaming anyone.

Q：大会を開くには危険すぎるかどうかは、誰が判断すべきですか。
A：監督や主催者の感覚ではなく、暑さ指数のような客観的なデータに基づいて判断すべきだと思います。医師も関わるべきです。明確なルールがあれば、誰かのせいにすることなく、試合の中止や延期を決めやすくなります。

QDo you think climate change will change sports in the future?

Yes, I think so. Some sports may move indoors or change their seasons, and new rules about breaks and water may become standard. Athletes will also need to train in ways that prepare their bodies for heat. Sports will have to adapt, just as society does.

Q：気候変動は、将来スポーツを変えると思いますか。
A：はい、そう思います。屋内に移ったり、シーズンを変えたりする競技もあるでしょうし、休憩や水分補給の新しいルールが当たり前になるかもしれません。選手も、暑さに体を慣らすような練習が必要になります。社会と同じように、スポーツも適応しなければならないのです。

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