Which of the following is not an explanation for the global growth of sport?

• A. Increase in feelings of nationalistic pride
• B. Growth of the economic model of sport
• C. Media technology that links the world
• D. Movement of athletes and coaches from country to country

Answer: (A)

Global growth of sport is driven by how markets, media, and talent move across borders. A stronger economic model for sport expands professional leagues, sponsorships, merchandising, and franchising, creating more teams and opportunities worldwide. Media technology that links the world—broadcasting, streaming, and social platforms—lets fans in many countries follow events, increasing global demand and reach. Movement of athletes and coaches across countries enables skill transfer, raises competition levels, and builds international fan networks, accelerating cross-border participation and interest.

Increasing feelings of nationalistic pride, while shaping how countries engage with sport domestically and in international events, does not by itself explain why sport grows globally. Nationalism tends to emphasize boundaries and national identity rather than the cross-border diffusion of sport, and can even limit international exchange in some contexts.