The sport sector’s medal obsession does however potentially put the position of our NGBs at risk, and as a direct consequence, the public sector’s control over the governance of sport. The elite funding cuts are already having a widespread effect on the way NGBs operate, and without the required support and succession planning many could cease to exist. If this does happen a very big decision will have to be made as to whether the governance of sport remains in the public sector or is handed over to the highest bidder. I just hope that those in charge make profound and positive changes before we get to this point.