ABSTRACT

Sport events generate wealth, work, and well-being, and improve the life of the host community, but in some cases they give rise to problems, debts, and accidents as well. This means that event organizers should consider both positive and negative external factors, which can have an impact on the community, the companies, and the stakeholders involved. These ‘externalities’ can vary in duration, beginning with the design phase and ending well beyond the conclusion of the event. The different interests that come into play, generally taken into consideration by the organizing committee, are defined in terms of impact with regard to the short term, that is, what happens during the event or immediately afterwards, and legacy in relation to the medium- to long-term outcomes.