Evaluating the Local Impacts of the Rio Olympics

This book evaluates the local impacts and legacies of the Olympics in Rio by comparing Rio2016 with other Olympic experiences and evaluating the ways in which the Games served the city. It covers traditional aspects of the Games' legacy, such as tourism, infrastructure, and sports practice, as well as ordinary day-by-day aspects of the city's life, such as education, employment, and housing. It also scrutinizes critical areas such as urban mobility, gentrification, and Guanabara Bay pollution.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 296 pages
Publication date: 01 August 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The 2016 Rio Olympic Games unfolded against a backdrop of significant economic challenges and enduring inequalities. In stark contrast to all previous Olympic experiences, Brazil grappled with its most severe economic recession ever during the preparations for the Games. Adding to the national crisis, plummeting oil prices and corruption scandals further exacerbated the State of Rio's economic decline. This book, in particular, aims to assess the relative social performance of the city's population compared to control groups. It encompasses traditional aspects of the Games' legacy, including tourism, infrastructure, and sports practices. It also delves into the ordinary daily realities of the city, such as education, employment, and housing. Furthermore, it critically examines key areas such as urban mobility, gentrification, and the pollution of Guanabara Bay.

This comprehensive analysis provides valuable insights into the evaluation of the impacts and legacies of the Olympic experience. It holds particular appeal to upper-level students and academics specializing in tourism, hospitality, and events management. By examining the unique circumstances of Rio 2016, this book contributes to our understanding of the multifaceted outcomes and long-term consequences of hosting such mega-events.

Weight: 488g
Dimension: 156 x 234 x 23 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367511845