Abstract

The first chapter in the global and national sport events section, Chapter 31 analyses the impact of COVID-19 on international sport events that were staged or postponed in 2020. This includes the major golf tournaments, grand slam tennis events, the Tour de France, major city marathons and long-course triathlons. Other sport competitions and events considered in this chapter include horse racing and the mixed martial arts organisation, otherwise known as the UFC. Key issues and themes discussed in this chapter include bio-secure (bubble) environments established for athletes and officials, logistical and scheduling challenges and the extensive financial impacts that occurred.

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