Which of the following is a negative economic impact of hosting a major sporting event?

• A. The country being left in major debt (after event)
• B. Jobs are only temporary (after event)
• C. Facilities not be used - wasting money (after event)
• D. Money taken away from more important things (before event)

Answer: (A)

Hosting a major sports event often requires large upfront spending funded by borrowing or using public money for stadiums, transport, and security. If the revenue generated from the event—through tourism, sponsorship, and broadcasting—doesn't cover these costs, the country ends up with significant debt that must be repaid over many years. That ongoing debt can squeeze public finances, limiting money available for other services like health and education.

Other potential negative effects exist, such as temporary jobs that disappear after the event, facilities that aren’t fully used afterward, or money being redirected from other priorities before the event. But the most lasting and widespread economic drawback is the burden of debt, which can impact the economy long after the games are over.