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FUNDAMENTAL CHALLENGING CONSIDERATIONS IN HOSTING SPORTING MEGA-EVENTS

Bryan C. Clift, Andrew Manley, Lanfei Wang

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Abstract

This chapter considers the dimensions of hosting sporting mega-events (SMEs) for cities and nations to better recognize and understand their major societal and economic implications. The practical focus of this chapter is on the ways in which SMEs have historically taken shape on the ground, thus raising questions about how SME bids and plans translate to real-world impact.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationEvents and Politics
Subtitle of host publicationBridging Theory and Practice
EditorsMike Duignan
Place of PublicationLondon
PublisherRoutledge
Chapter25
Pages213-224
Number of pages12
Edition1st
ISBN (Electronic)9781003488743
ISBN (Print)9781032786278
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 1 Jan 2025

Publication series

NameRoutledge How Events Transform Society series

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • General Economics,Econometrics and Finance
  • General Business,Management and Accounting
  • General Social Sciences

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