impacts

• advantages to perfromer:

  • performer plays better - stays employed
  • increased chance of success, wealth and fame
• disadvantages to performer:

  • health risks
  • seen as cheating
  • when caught - face bans or fines, loss of reputation
  • loss of sponsorships
• disadvantages to sport:

  • spectators question credibility
  • reputation of sport is damaged
  • loss of income
  • TV attendances fall - loss of interest - loss of sponsorships
  • fall in participation levels