The best of what the Olympics bring out inspires me: certain swimming events, gymnastics, track & field. And yet, the issues you raise (which have been a part of decades of fiscal overruns for past host cities) are a sobering reminder that not all is medals and sound bites of the best of what unfolds.
All great points. Maybe the Olympics should just pick a home. Then the site can host World games during the four year gap, and build an economy around sport. I’d hate to see the Olympics disappear. Hugo, reform them the Olympics in a future post, I’d love to see that.
my view is that it would be much better just to admit that the games will cost the country $3billion more than they bring in revenue. Obviously if the COJ admits that, then nobody would host it.
The best of what the Olympics bring out inspires me: certain swimming events, gymnastics, track & field. And yet, the issues you raise (which have been a part of decades of fiscal overruns for past host cities) are a sobering reminder that not all is medals and sound bites of the best of what unfolds.
All great points. Maybe the Olympics should just pick a home. Then the site can host World games during the four year gap, and build an economy around sport. I’d hate to see the Olympics disappear. Hugo, reform them the Olympics in a future post, I’d love to see that.
It doesn't have to be like this. A host spot can be found that features the following advantages:
1. No tourism or commerce to disrupt.
2. A highly developed security & surveillance apparatus that would prevent any concern of terrorism.
3. Very low labor & capital costs.
4. Indistinguishable diplomatic relations & reputation among almost all the world's nations.
5. Weather & terrain sufficient to host both summer & winter games.
Only one nation fulfills all the criteria of the modern spirit of the games:
North Korea.
my view is that it would be much better just to admit that the games will cost the country $3billion more than they bring in revenue. Obviously if the COJ admits that, then nobody would host it.