This book explores the geopolitical economy of sports, where power, politics, and money intersect to shape elite sports. It analyzes recent events such as the invasion of Ukraine, the Beijing Olympics, and the Qatar World Cup, revealing how states use sports for soft power, industrial development, or economic strategies. It examines cases like the Gulf States' influence on football, Israel's rise in sports technology, and the U.S.'s geopolitical sports expansion, offering a global perspective on this pivotal moment in the history of sports.
