Question

consider this claim: professional video gaming should be considered a sport because it shares many characteristics with other sports. which is the strongest evidence to support the claim? competitive video gaming often occurs in an atmosphere similar to that of other major sports: a large arena with cheering fans and millions of dollars on the table. sociology professor eva russell notes, \the definition of a sport has always been up for debate. is chess a sport? is dance a sport? this is something people have always disagreed about.\ according to ben durham, a sports journalist, \professional gaming doesnt require physical ability or contact. sports are, and always have been, physical.\

Explanation:

The first option directly links competitive video - gaming to the atmosphere of major sports, providing a relevant similarity. The second option just mentions the general debate about the definition of a sport without specifically supporting video - gaming as a sport. The third option is against the claim.

Answer:

Competitive video gaming often occurs in an atmosphere similar to that of other major sports: a large arena with cheering fans and millions of dollars on the table.