During the Paris 2024 Olympics, Chinese swimmer Pan Zhanle attracted widespread attention in an interview. When the host asked about the food in the Olympic Village, Pan Zhanle complained unabashedly: "The food here is really bad. This direct comment immediately detonated public opinion. The host tried to round the scene, saying "it's too light", but Pan Zhanle didn't buy it, and continued to add: "It's too bad, salt is the only seasoning." Then he added: "The meat is like gnawing wood." ”
This series of sharp comments not only sparked heated discussions among the audience, but also quickly appeared on the hot search list of social media. People have discussed whether Pan Zhanle's complaint is too direct, some people think he is just telling the truth, and some people think that he should be more personable as an athlete.
In fact, this is not the first time that the issue of food in the Olympic Village has been raised. Many athletes have questioned the food in the Olympic Village at different Olympic Games. For athletes from different cultural backgrounds, adapting to a foreign diet can be a challenge.
At the Paris Olympics, many Chinese athletes complained that the food was too simple and lacked the richness and variety of Chinese food. Although the organising committee claims to offer a variety of flavored meals, it is clear that many athletes are not buying it. Netizens expressed their opinions on this, and one netizen commented: "What athletes need is nutritious and good-tasting food, so that they can perform better." Another netizen pointed out: "This is not the first time that the food problem in the Olympic Village has appeared, and it should be taken seriously." In addition, some netizens ridiculed: "It seems that Pan Zhanle's tongue is very picky, I hope he can adapt as soon as possible." ”
Experts also made recommendations in this regard. A nutrition expert said: "Athletes need high-quality nutritional support during the competition, and the organizing committee should take into account the eating habits of athletes from different countries and provide more diverse meals. An expert in sports psychology believes that "diet is not only related to the physical state of athletes, but also affects their psychological state. A good diet can boost an athlete's morale and combat effectiveness. ”
At the end of the interview, Pan Zhanle seemed to realize that he was overtalking and added: "Can't you evaluate the Olympic Village? The host smiled and said, "Hahaha, you can say it...... Pan Zhanle changed his words: "The food here is very local and unique." ”
Pan Zhanle's sophistication caused even greater controversy. Some people think that he is just trying to de-escalate the scene, but there are also many who feel that his attitude has changed too quickly and is a little insincere. Netizens expressed different opinions on this, and some believed: "Pan Zhanle is just telling the truth, there is no need to lie for the sake of saving face." Some people also pointed out: "As a public figure, Pan Zhanle should be more cautious and not blindly criticize." ”
This controversy not only reflects the heightened public concern about athletes' rhetoric, but also reveals the complexity of the issue of food in the Olympic Village. How to meet the nutritional needs of athletes while taking into account the dietary habits of different cultural backgrounds is still a question worth exploring.
In short, Pan Zhanle's "Battle of the Tip of the Tongue" not only sounded the alarm for the food problem in the Olympic Village, but also showed us the various challenges faced by athletes in a foreign country. In the future Olympic Games, it is hoped that the organizing committee will pay more attention to the dietary needs of athletes and provide better services to ensure that they can perform at their best on the field.