Olympic executives cash in on a ‘Movement’ that keeps athletes poor

Olympic executives cash in on a ‘Movement’ that keeps athletes poor

8/14/2016

link

https://www.washingtonpost.com/sports/olympics/olympic-executives-cash-in-on-a-movement-that-keeps-athletes-poor/2016/07/30/ed18c206-5346-11e6-88eb-7dda4e2f2aec_story.html?utm_campaign=pockethits&utm_medium=email&utm_source=pocket

summary

This article sheds light on the financial struggles that many Olympic athletes face, despite the tremendous amount of money generated by the Olympic Games. It exposes the lucrative business deals and sponsorships that benefit Olympic executives, while many athletes struggle to make a living. The article highlights the vast disparity between the financial rewards reaped by those in positions of power within the Olympic movement and the financial hardships endured by the athletes themselves. It argues that the current system perpetuates a cycle of exploitation and inequality, leaving athletes in a precarious financial situation even as they dedicate their lives to their respective sports.

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