Having a global presence and significance, international sports have a large following and are played and watched around the world. They are usually associated with major international competitions like the Olympics and World Cups and have a considerable influence on culture and economies globally.
Some international sports started as invitational events and later became official in The World Games, while others have become part of the Olympic programme, such as baseball and softball, karate, volleyball, taekwondo, target archery and beach handball. The most recent edition of The World Games included a total of 34 sports, of which 25 are official and 10 are invited.
Sports have been a way to promote and improve the image or identity of many countries, including raising awareness about different social issues. Moreover, it also serves as an opportunity to bring people together. However, it has been a source of conflict when athletes from authoritarian regimes take a political stand siding with the regime, either on or off the field.
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