Where's the Thrill in the Enhanced Games?
Published In: New Atlantis: A Journal of Technology & Society, 2026, n. 83. P. 66 1 of 3
Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3
Authored By: Coffey, Clare 3 of 3
Abstract
The article discusses the emergence of the Enhanced Games, a new athletic organization that allows the use of performance-enhancing drugs in competitions, contrasting it with traditional sports governed by strict anti-doping regulations. It highlights the philosophical and sociological implications of this shift, questioning the purpose of sports and the nature of competition, while also addressing the financial motivations behind athletic endeavors. The Enhanced Games aim to redefine athletic achievement by embracing scientific advancements, but the article raises concerns about the potential loss of the intrinsic value of competition and the essence of sports as a human endeavor. Ultimately, it poses critical questions about the future of athletics and the implications of normalizing enhancement in sports. [Extracted from the article]
Additional Information
- Source:New Atlantis: A Journal of Technology & Society. 2026/01, Issue 83, p66
- Document Type:Article
- Subject Area:Science
- Publication Date:2026
- ISSN:1543-1215
- Accession Number:190173894
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