The History of Sportswashing

Using Sport To Clean Up A Tainted Reputation

Why are sports and politics so closely linked? Just what kinds of corruption and dodgy deals go on behind closed doors?

Sportswashing is a growing trend used by countries and organizations to improve their public image and distract from their negative actions. The terminology may be new, but the concept is as old as time.

Read this book to gain a deeper understanding of the dark side of sports, including the corruption, cheating, and impact of sportswashing on society and democracy.

The topics covered will give you insight into the inextricable link between sports and politics, the significance of sports for nations, and why sports can never truly be neutral.
Inside The History of Sportswashing, discover

• the origins of sportswashing and why it persists in modern society.
• the prominent cases of sportswashing.
• the link between sports and politics and why they cannot be separated.
• the cheating and corruption that occurs in sports, including doping scandals and match-fixing.
• the influence of sportswashing on human rights and social justice issues.

Whether you are a sports fan, political enthusiast, or simply interested in the intersection between sports and society, this book is the ultimate resource you need to understand the practice of sportswashing and everything it affects.

From the rise of fascism in the 1930s to the controversial 2022 World Cup in Qatar, The History of Sportswashing is a thought-provoking and comprehensive examination of a topic that has far-reaching consequences.

If you’re ready to take a critical look at the role of sports in our world, grab yourself a copy today and join the conversation.