Should sportsmen be role models off the pitch?

[Raj]

Press conference:

England of course gave a dismal performance during the 2010 World Cup raising a lot of questions on the pay and attitude of our players at home. Chelsea footballer John Terry’s role as England captain was questioned after allegations about his private life, which meant Steven Gerrard wore the arm band for England but he is not exactly squeaky clean either. Does a player's behaviour matter away from the stadium?

The case comes after golfer Tiger Woods admitted a string of extra-marital affairs last year.

Do we expect too much of our sportsmen and women? Should their private lives be subject to public scrutiny? How important is their personal behaviour as role models? Do they have a responsibilty to their fans?