Whither sportsmanship?

More probably than not, the most memorable positive aspect of the 11th National Games may prove to be its extravagant opening. The dazzling opening ceremony, which was way beyond public expectations for a domestic event, was comparable to last year's Beijing Olympics.

Actually, many rated it even higher. And, to some extent the hardware as well. We have seen venues and gears more than qualified for Olympic events.

Sadly, those might well be the only aspects where this edition of the National Games is comparable to the Olympic Games.