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Reflecting on 25 Years of Sport: Predictions Made and Missed

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Reflecting on 25 Years of Sport: Predictions Made and Missed

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  • In the year 2000, predictions for sports ranged from optimistic to dystopian, with many failing to foresee the rise of **women’s sports**.
  • Concerns about **football's sustainability** were prevalent, with fears of clubs folding and the game falling from grace.
  • Several experts anticipated a decline in **less popular sports** like boxing and county cricket, suggesting they might become obsolete.
  • Despite initial fears, the concept of **Megasport** has only intensified, with increased viewership and media coverage in the past 25 years.
  • This retrospective highlights how predictions about the future can be both insightful and misguided in the ever-evolving sports landscape.

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