– This is not a sport. This is definitely not a fair and noble competition. We cannot allow these to become role models for the young generation, said Sławomir Nitras, Minister of Sport and Tourism, about freak fights. He also criticized the fact that this type of gala was held at the National Stadium. – Since this facility is under my control, I do not want such events to take place there – he added. The topic is becoming more and more popular.
Prime Minister Donald Tusk commented on the matter at Tuesday's press conference. – I'm not a fan of freak fights. We have many such events, I won't call them exactly sports events, which promote brutality and vulgarity in such a spectacular way – he admitted. – I will guard against any form of censorship. But I do not rule out that an idea that would limit children's access to this type of spectacles would be necessary, he announced. Now another prominent politician has taken a stand on this matter.
The deputy minister referred to Donald Tusk's words. “The name itself says it's weird”
Ireneusz Raś, Deputy Minister of Sport and Tourism, spoke about freak fights. – The name itself says it's a quirk. I agree with the opinions that it may have a negative impact on the upbringing of the young generation. Today, we face a lot of threats when it comes to educating young people. Maybe it's not that common, but it's very loud – he said in the program “Studio PAP”.
Raś then referred to Tusk's recent statements. And although his group is ready to act, he himself sees a problem. – The Prime Minister can certainly count on us (Third Way politicians – ed.), but I will point out how difficult it is in the digital world – he pointed out.
Ireneusz Raś announces freak fights. “No talking, just work”
Then the deputy minister once again expressed his willingness to take specific steps. – People must remember that they will also be parents in the future. We are responsible for the next generations. And this space, which I call “unpunished”, in which many acts of verbal violence and hatred are committed, must be stopped – he said. – Here, PSL and Trzecia Droga are at the table, but not to talk, just to work – he concluded.