Sports Administrators

The potential exchanges between the officials of IBBF and the Maharashtra Body-Building Association have all the trappings of a the drama we are accustomed to. | In the case of sports persons, there is room for some sympathy, but the apathy of the administrators, which has even led to sanctions from international bodies is unpardonable. | A case in the point is the hefty penalty of US $10,000 slapped on the Indian Body-Building Federation for not fulfilling its commitment for holding the Asian Championships in Mumbai in October. | It is a matter of deep regret and concern that sports administrators often cause more harm to the image of the country than sportsmen and sportswomen do through their dismal performances.