Sports Worldview
Countries all around the world place sports on their own pedestal and make professional sports players national celebrities. People seem to worship them, with certain events garnering millions upon millions of viewers. While they seem similar in this aspect, each country differs when it comes to popular sports. However, sports have incorporated themselves into the culture of each country. In America, there is no doubt that football is the national sport of the country. According to the Hollywood reporter, 114.1 Million people tuned into the 2019 Superbowl alone. Additionally, it is considered one of the highest honors in music to perform during the game’s halftime show. According to Business Insider, football’s highest player, Eli Manning, earned $252.3 million. If business are willing to invest over a quarter of a billion dollars into one player, the game must hold a lot of value in America. However, in other countries, such as Columbia, football is unheard of. Like the rest ...