Globalizationofsport version 2

The document summarizes how sport has become increasingly globalized over time. It began with foreign athletes participating in events like the ancient Greek Olympics. Modern international competitions emerged with industrialization in the late 19th century, including Wimbledon in 1877. Sport globalization accelerated in the 20th century with events like the modern Olympics beginning in 1924. Globalization involves the spread of sports to new regions, international tournaments, and growing commercialization through sponsorship. Many sporting goods are now produced in low-cost countries. Transnational corporations have played a major role in the globalization of sport through sponsorship of teams and events.