Right on Spaw!!!   

I felt bad after I postged my remarks, but reading some of the new posts, it seems the ignorance continues. It is a lack of tolerance and poor education that contributes to their isolated view of the world.

Bob the Postman makes some good points, and I respect anyone who will boycott the games for political reasons. I also respect anyone who doesn't care for the sport - I've watched and felt bored by exhibitions of rugby and cricket. Yet, I am not going to demean those who excell in those sports, nor try to make someone who enjoys watching those sports feel bad.   

There is an insane notion among our Brit friends that they need to demean the sports that they cannot excel in - and it comes across as a defense against a lack of skills and a poor eduction. What would possess someone to contribute negative comments that serve little purpose?   Does it make you feel better about yourself?   Maybe it is a cultural thing. The empire has been lost and clinging to a feeling of superiority might be the only joy left in their lives.