Olmpics; Sporting or Political tool? 0.0 / 5 ? Sports ScienceContemporaryASOCR Created by: QuantasMiserereCreated on: 01-10-14 10:38 Shop Window Host country alwas has a 'feel good' factor. Keeps the nation happy and content. Role models promote the country's status. E.g. Sydney 2000 The host country shows the rest of the world that it wants to be seen. 1 of 3 Political Government uses sport to promote their country. Success shows success of their political system - a one party communist state. Sport is seen as a vehicle for achieving political stability. Increase political prestige and morale of workforce. 2 of 3 Nation Building Increasing the prestige/image of the country/increases national pride. Puts it on the 'world stage'. The world gets a positive view of that country. Leads to increased tourism and revenue. 3 of 3
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