Major Sporting Events

What are the pros and cons of hosting a major sporting event before it happens?

• Bidding for the event

• Infrastructure and transport development

• Financial investment/support

• Potential for increased employment

• Objections to the bidding process

What are the potential positive and negative aspects of hosting a major sporting event during the event?

What are the immediate and longer-term positive and negative aspects of hosting a major sporting event?

What are the long-term benefits of hosting a major sporting event?

• Better local sports facilities

• More tourism

• All of the above

• Better international reputation

What is a common issue for cities hosting big sports events?

• Overcrowding and congestion

• Decreased local business activity

• Lack of media coverage

• Reduced public interest

What is one way hosting a major sporting event can affect the local economy?

• By limiting public transport

• By decreasing property values

• By reducing local jobs

• By increasing local business revenue

What environmental issues can arise from hosting a major sporting event?

• Improved water quality

• Reduced energy consumption

• Decreased waste production

• Increased air pollution

What risk might local businesses face during a major sporting event?

• Less foot traffic

• More competition from international brands

• All of the above

• Lower demand for local products

What are the social impacts of hosting a major sporting event?

• Lowered public morale

• Increased community engagement

• Decreased local pride

• Reduced volunteer opportunities

What is a financial drawback of hosting a major sporting event?

• Boosted local business profits

• Higher public spending

• Increased tax revenue

• Enhanced foreign investment