Skip to main content

Describe a sportsperson you admire

IELTS Cue Card/ Candidate Task Card 582 with Model Answer:

Describe a sportsperson you admire.

You should say:
  • who this sportsperson is
  • what sports he or she plays
  • how successful he or she is
and explain why you like or admire this sportsperson so much.

[You will have to talk about the topic for one to two minutes. You have one minute to think about what you are going to say. You can make some notes to help you if you wish.]


Model Answer:
Thank you very much for the opportunity that you have given me to share my thoughts and feelings on a sportsperson I admire. Well, for that topic, I'd like to talk about Cristiano Ronaldo, a name that resonates with millions of football fans worldwide, including myself.

Cristiano Ronaldo is a Portuguese professional footballer who is widely regarded as one of the greatest players of all time. He currently plays for Al Nassr FC in the Saudi Pro League and the Portuguese national team. Ronaldo's career began at Sporting CP, but he gained international fame when he joined Manchester United in 2003. His journey continued with Real Madrid, where he achieved unprecedented success.

Ronaldo's success on the football field is unparalleled. He has won numerous prestigious awards, including five Ballon d'Or trophies, which are awarded to the world's best player. He has also claimed multiple league titles in England, Spain, and Italy, along with several Champions League titles. Ronaldo holds numerous records, including being the highest goal scorer in the history of the Champions League. His relentless pursuit of excellence has seen him score over 800 career goals, a testament to his incredible talent and work ethic.

There are several reasons why I admire Cristiano Ronaldo so much. Firstly, his dedication to his craft is truly inspiring. Ronaldo is known for his rigorous training regime and disciplined lifestyle. This level of commitment is something I find extremely motivating. Secondly, Ronaldo's resilience and mental toughness are qualities I greatly respect. Throughout his career, he has faced numerous challenges and criticisms, but he has always managed to come back stronger. His ability to perform under pressure and deliver when it matters most is remarkable. Lastly, Ronaldo's philanthropic efforts also contribute to my admiration for him. Despite his immense fame and fortune, he has remained grounded and has used his platform to give back to society.

Comments

Popular posts from this blog

Work you did for your job or your studies that you felt very satisfied with

  IELTS Cue Card/ Candidate Task Card   599   with Model Answer: Describe a piece of work you did for your job or your studies that you felt very satisfied with. You should say: what this piece of work was why you did this piece of work who or what helped you to do this work and explain why you felt so satisfied with this piece of work. [You will have to talk about the topic for one to two minutes. You have one minute to think about what you are going to say. You can make some notes to help you if you wish.] Model Answer 1: Thank you a lot for this excellent topic. Here, I’d like to talk about a piece of work I did during my studies that gave me a great sense of achievement, and that was conducting my final-year research project. This project focused on analysing how digital learning tools affect students’ performance and engagement. I chose this topic because I had a strong interest in both technology and education, and I wanted to explore something that felt relevant to...

A play or a film you have seen that you would like to see again with friends

IELTS Cue Card/ Candidate Task Card   598   with Model Answer: Describe a play or a film you have seen that you would like to see again with friends. You should say: what play or film you'd like to go to see again who you would go with what other people have said about this play or film and explain why you would like to see this play or film again with friends. [You will have to talk about the topic for one to two minutes. You have one minute to think about what you are going to say. You can make some notes to help you if you wish.] Model Answer 1: I'd like to thank you from the bottom of my heart for this interesting topic. Here, I’ve decided to talk about a film I’d really like to watch again with my friends, and that movie is "Inception". I watched this film alone a few years ago, and it left a strong impression on me. The story follows a group of people who enter dreams to extract or plant ideas in someone’s mind. What makes it fascinating is how the film moves th...

Describe a tall building in your hometown you like or dislike

IELTS Cue Card/ Candidate Task Card 360 with Model Answer: Describe a tall building in your hometown that you like or dislike. You should say: where this building is what it looks like what it is used for and explain why you like or dislike it. [You will have to talk about the topic for one to two minutes. You have one minute to think about what you are going to say. You can make some notes to help you if you wish.] Model Answer 1:  There aren’t exactly too many tall buildings in my hometown, as far as I know, but there are a few of them which, I think, deserve some attention. Here, today, I would like to talk about one such tall building in my hometown which got my attention. The building is conveniently located at the heart of my hometown, close to a major intersection, which can be easily accessed from all directions. The building is 25 storeys tall, with a size of about 14,000 square feet on each floor, which is built with all kinds of modern building mater...

Describe a place you visited that has beautiful views

IELTS Cue Card/ Candidate Task Card   594   with Model Answer: Describe a place you visited that has beautiful views. You should say: where this place is when and why you visited it what views you can see from this place and explain why you think these views are so beautiful. [You will have to talk about the topic for one to two minutes. You have one minute to think about what you are going to say. You can make some notes to help you if you wish.] Model Answer 1: Introduction: Thank you so much for giving me the chance to talk about a place I visited that is surrounded by beautiful views. For this topic, I’d like to share a memorable experience I have had visiting Ha Long Bay in Vietnam. It’s one of the most breathtaking places I’ve ever been to, and the views there were absolutely stunning. Where this place is: Ha Long Bay is located in the northern part of Vietnam, near the Gulf of Tonkin. It’s about a four-hour drive from Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam. The bay is famous for...