I'm afraid I won't say to preserve my anonymity here.dealtn wrote:They could do (although few would be able to afford to on a weeks wages). More likely, like any other professional, they will be focussed on the job they are about to undertake.Leothebear wrote:I've always felt that minute's silences must be a nightmare for players - of any sport. You've just had your team talk, psyked yourself up for the game, completed your proper warmup to avoid cramp and injury - and then they make you stand still in silence for a minute. At least during applause you can stay active.
I suppose the poor lambs could spend that minute pondering whether to get a Ferrari or a McLaren with their next week's wage.
Out of interest what job do you (or did you) have? Were you in the top 1% in that profession? How did you feel when others with limited knowledge made assumptions and ridiculed your professionalism and performance?
I will say that banter is partly what this board is about and not everything should be taken too seriously.
Of course a sense of humour helps.