What are the positive and negative aspects of sport and national identity?

You are required to prepare a 3,000-word essay answering the following question with reference to the financial, social, political and/or cultural environment in which sport operates:

What are the positive and negative aspects of sport and national identity?

The essay has a MAXIMUM word count of 3000 words. Marks will be deducted by 10% if you exceed this word count.

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