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Why the Women's World Cup Flies Under the Geopolitical Radar
Jul 10, 2019 | 06:30 GMT
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Highlights
- Geopolitical influences that attempt to shape other international sporting events like the Olympics are not actively competing over the Women's World Cup.
- Issues such as the question of equal compensation for women were elevated during the tournament, but they have not risen above generally domestic political concerns.
- As the Women's World Cup grows in stature, it's possible that countries trying to seek geopolitical advantage will devote more attention to it.
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