Some people are more unpleasant than others - that is a fact of life. But one of the worst group of people is those that gloat when they hear bad news. It is definitely not a nice trait in anybody at whatever level. The news might be about someone you don't like, or is a rival - but the sporting thing to do in my opinion is not to crow and bask in the news like it is some petty victory, but in fact to show a little compassion for those who have been most affected. But those gloaters out there should beware - there is a very good proverb that I truly believe in. What goes around, comes around.