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Describe a sports competition you watched: IELTS Speaking Cue Card

You should say

  • What competition it was?
  • When and where you watched it?
  • What was the most exciting moment?
  • And explain how it made you feel.
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Cue 1:What competition it was?

  • Begin by naming the specific sports competition you watched, such as a cricket match or a football tournament.
  • Provide a brief background about the competition, including its significance and the teams or players involved.

Example

The competition I watched was the ICC Cricket World Cup final between India and Australia. This match was particularly significant as it was held at the iconic Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, where India was aiming to win the World Cup on home soil.

Cue 2:When and where you watched it?

  • Mention the date and time of the event, as well as the location where you watched it.
  • Describe the atmosphere of the place, whether you were at home, a friend's house, or a public viewing area.

Example

I watched the match on April 2, 2011, at my friend's house. We had gathered there with a group of friends, and the excitement in the air was palpable. Everyone was wearing blue jerseys, and we had snacks and drinks ready for the big game.

Cue 3:What was the most exciting moment?

  • Identify a specific moment in the competition that stood out as the most thrilling.
  • Explain why this moment was exciting, including any emotions or reactions from the crowd.

Example

The most exciting moment was when MS Dhoni hit a six to win the match. The entire room erupted in cheers, and I felt a rush of joy and pride. It was a defining moment, as it not only secured the victory but also showcased Dhoni's incredible skill and composure under pressure.

Cue 4:And explain how it made you feel.

  • Share your personal feelings during and after the competition, focusing on the emotional impact.
  • Discuss any sense of pride or connection you felt with your country or the sport.

Example

Watching India win the World Cup made me feel immensely proud to be an Indian. I was filled with joy and a sense of unity with my friends and fellow fans. It was a moment that brought everyone together, celebrating our team's hard work and dedication.

Conclusion

    Example

    In conclusion, watching the ICC Cricket World Cup final was an unforgettable experience that filled me with pride and excitement. It reminded me of the power of sports to bring people together and create lasting memories.

    Following this structure will ensure you cover all the essential points while providing a clear and engaging response to the cue card topic.

    Tips to answer this Cue Card

    1: Lack of Specific Details

    Candidates often provide vague answers without specific details about the competition. This can make the response less engaging and informative.

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    Include specific names, dates, and locations related to the competition to make your answer more vivid and interesting.

    2: Ignoring Emotional Impact

    Many candidates forget to express their feelings about the competition. This can lead to a flat and uninteresting response.

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    Share your emotions during the competition, especially during exciting moments, to connect better with the listener.

    Rushing Through the Answer

    Some candidates speak too quickly, missing important points and making it hard for the examiner to follow.

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    Take your time to structure your answer clearly, pausing between points to ensure clarity and coherence.

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    I remember watching the final FIFA competition. It was between Argentina and France. I still remember watching it with my parents back home. That day it was truly memorable since it was very intense. The competition was very intense and it was neck-to-neck. You never know what Messi and Mbappe were going to do. Like any moment anybody could score a goal and it was immediately overturned by the opponent team and we were scared and excited since I was supporting Argentina and my brothers were supporting France and whenever Mbappe scored a hat-trick we were so sure that France was going to win but when the game panned out into extra 20 minutes and then penalty it turned to Argentina's favor and finally Messi won and I was very happy that day since I thought they were definitely going to lose and somehow they ended up winning. That made my whole night. We celebrated that day. Entire night we danced, we ate really good food and yes that is one of the most memorable days.

    Band 7

    Recently I watched the test match between England and India. Both the teams played very aggressively as it was a test match for India because of the transition which is getting in the team as experienced players have taken retirement and youngsters are getting to fit on the team. The way India played the whole test series despite not having enough experienced players, the youngsters did excellent job which shows resilience in the ground and proved they are here to stay and win the test match. I have seen the match in my home, in my laptop and I felt very joyous, calm and I have not seen this type of match in my entire life. So yeah, I was very in awe towards this match and how Indian boys, youngsters have shown their grit, their passion and they have proved that they are not here for the practice or to learn something from this. They are here to win the matches and to win the test series.

    Band 7

    I am a big fan of football ever since my childhood. Football is a part and parcel of my life. I watch football matches daily, very frequently, such that even my mother scolds me for viewing it every time. The best part of watching football is that it gives me an adrenaline rush which nothing else gives. I don't watch football matches in TV, rather I prefer watching in the stadium live. My attendance in college is around 70, but my attendance in the football stadium is 100. I have not missed any match of my local club Chennai NFC. When I entered the stadium first, I was amazed by the breathtaking view of the stadium. It was a feast for my eyes. When the match started, the players were coming one by one from the tunnel into the football stadium. At that moment, I was on cloud nine because I was able to watch the players whom I have admired ever since my childhood, very close to me. For example, I had this opportunity to meet Raphael Crivellaro, who is the local star of Chennai NFC. He is known for finishing goals from a longer distance. I was able to meet him and I got some valuable insights about football. For me, football is more of personal exploration. I wish I could attend matches in the foreign if I get a chance.

    Band 7

    Back in 2022 December, I was at home watching the football World Cup finals. The match was between Argentina and France. Everybody was really, really excited as two of the most unbeatable countries were facing each other in the finals. Argentina had the famous player Messi playing for their team and France had Mbappe playing for their team. I remember how ecstatic I felt even though I was not in the stadium, I was at home watching the match. There was this adrenaline rush especially towards the end of the game where the teams kept tying. Furthermore, I felt that I wanted to know which team is going to win. How will this World Cup culminate?

    Band 7

    I watched the Australian Open finals or the women's double match in which Sanya Mirza was playing her last match of her career. I think it was a very emotional moment for her as well as all her fans. It was a brilliant match and she executed every move perfectly. What made it even more special was that it was her very last match of the career after which she was going to retire. What I found brilliant about the ending especially was the way she held the trophy and she burst into tears not just because of the win but because of it being the last match of her career. She played brilliantly and she I think reminisced about all the other matches that she had played so far. It was a really emotional feeling for all of us back in India who were watching the match. I think we are all going to miss her in the world of tennis.

    Band 7

    I really love to watch various different sports but one of my favourite sports is cricket. I love to watch international matches mainly a test format. There are various different formats in this sport such as 20-20 overs, 50-50 overs and test. I also love to watch India vs Pakistan match which is a high intensive and energy filled competition. Personally I started playing professional cricket at around age of 10. I also have played for my school and my club cricket. I eventually left playing cricket due to my studies and responsibilities. I had a chance to witness the Ranji Trophy match which is popularly known for the involvement of various international Indian players. I witnessed different players such as Rashid Bumrah and Hirat Kohli playing for their respective state teams. This was a great experience. Sports has taught me various things which has helped me to lead a successful and healthy life. I think everyone should play at least one sport. This helps to maintain physical and mental health. Sports should be encouraged from very early stage for a student. This will help for an overall development in a student.

    Band 7

    The last sports competition I watched in person was the Amir Cup that was held in Qatar. We were taken from school as a whole batch and we were allowed to invite our parents as well. We had buses from school that took us to the stadium. We all walked in lines all the way inside. Once we made it to the destination, it was such a huge stadium which could hold a lot of crowd. The fun part was being able to watch the FIrba Cup with our friends and enjoy as the crowds waved all through the room. Moreover, we were able to enjoy the snacks that were present there. It was overall an amazing experience to take your friends there and watch the match, scream as they scored goals. It was exciting to see the different mascots and the halfway games where they brought the rich culture of the Gulf region across the stadium and they could dance and show the different symbols for the cup that they host every year. Even though it's not my favorite sport, it was one time that I enjoyed watching and that made me fall in love with watching sports live rather than through TV because you don't get the whole immersive experience by watching it at home. Yes, of course, it has its pros. On the other hand, being there in person in the fields is definitely more exciting than sitting at home and watching.

    Band 7

    This is an interesting topic for me to speak about, sports is always an area that has been near and dear to my heart, even though I am not a competent player, I would say that I am well above the average sports enthusiast, so the most recent sports competition that I had watched was an IPL opening match, I had the good fortune of being able to witness it in my home town with my home team, playing against one of their most feared rivals, the Mumbai Indians, this is a very recent incident, less than 2 months ago and it will always remain fresh in my mind for the years to come, I of course had the privilege of watching it with some of my friends and families, we got there early, we were able to get good seeds, we got our preferred choice of beverages and snacks and we were all set to watch one of the biggest opening matches of the year in the Indian sports realm, so there were many exciting moments, I do not think that I could pick just one, across the board I think everyone felt that it was a brilliant match, played extremely well by both sides, there were definitely some key highlights like watching one of the most talented players fall short on his runs, getting caught out early, it all kept us on our toes as we waited with bated breath to see how the match would go, of course we wanted our team to win, but regardless it had been a thoroughly entertaining match, I was of course exhilarated and excited and I think I really did have the time of my life watching this wonderful game, I am very happy that I got to experience this life.

    Band 7

    so here is a very memorable day of my life which is when I witnessed the 2024 IPL match which was held in Chennai's Chepauk Stadium Rajasthan Royals this is Chennai Super Kings so this is a cricket match obviously the Indian Premier League of cricket my favorite teams Rajasthan and Chennai playing against each other in Chennai which is close to me nearby so I went and watched it with my friends and my sister that day was so much fun it's amazing that be it the travel the experience of the stadium the aura the food post match the return everything was very unique interesting challenging and fun speaking of the match that particular match was the last match in the home run so it was extra special since they have some events lined up and they gave up gave away some merchandise and they had a parade which was a treat to watch so it was worth every single penny I spent one thing we all awaited was to witness MS Dhoni to bat but that didn't actually happen which was little sad but that's fine CSK won so no loss it's a good thing

    Band 7

    So, I'd like to talk about a competition that I've watched. It's Coco. Since I'm a player of Coco, I was really interested in this game. So, a year ago, our school was the Centre for Central Kerala Sahodaya Coco, and my team was playing, and I was quite curious about how the outcomes were, which teams were going to come, and all the competitions that were held, was really curious. But I'd like to talk about a specific moment of this competition, where our team and a major team called Naipuniya was battling for the finals. At this moment, I felt really curious, since all our winning was in the hand of my best friend, who was the runner. If she had been caught, we wouldn't have won, and I was really nervous, anxious, curious, all the time, thinking about our victory, or we'll fail, and I was quite stressed out. But with the cooperation of all teammates and our coach, we were able to win with a major success. At that moment, I felt tears of joy coming out of my eyes, and I was really happy that I ran and hugged my friend for this major victory. So, it was a proud moment for us to win in our own school for Central Kerala Sahodaya, watching by all our classmates, as well as all our schoolmates. It was really a proud moment for me, as well as for my teammates.
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