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This volume brings together current academic research and knowledge on the economics and management of professional road cycling. Each chapter treats a particular economic aspect of the sport, from organizational structure to marketing, finance, media coverage, labor, strategic behavior, and competitive balance. By discussing the existing research and complementing it with the newest concepts, ideas and data on professional road cycling, this book sets an agenda for further academic research while providing insights for all stakeholders in cycling: governments, cycling's governing bodies, team managers, race organizers, sponsors, media. Furthermore, the unique characteristics of the sport of...
This original Research Handbook examines the key legal aspects of a professional football club’s actions. Reflecting also on the role of key governing bodies such as UEFA, the Handbook informs and contributes to the ongoing debate surrounding the governance and behaviours of professional football clubs.
Most Expensive Transfers explores the complex world of professional sports transfers, revealing the high-stakes financial dealings and strategic decisions behind major player moves. It examines the economic factors driving transfer values, the negotiation strategies employed by teams and agents, and the impact on competitive balance. One intriguing insight is how transfer values are not solely based on an athlete's skill but also on market forces, team ambitions, and regulatory constraints. The book also traces the evolution of the transfer market and the regulatory frameworks governing these transactions. The book analyzes case studies of some of the most expensive transfers in sports histo...
This insightful book presents a sociological study of professional cycling, examining developments in the sport since its emergence in the late 19th century. John Connolly thoroughly explores key aspects of professional cycling including the emergence of professionalism, organisational structure, doping, gender, and recent American involvement in the sport.
Cet ouvrage est une réédition numérique d’un livre paru au XXe siècle, désormais indisponible dans son format d’origine.