One of the reasons behind Australia`s success is the application of science to sport. Applying the latest scientific technologies to athletes` training is vital and can mean the difference between competing and winning. Being a world champion requires much more than raw talent, sport today is a high-tech business. In Australia elite athletes have a large support network of coaches, scientists, doctors, nutritionists, physiotherapists and managers. Australia is admired internationally for its sports science training facilities and programs.