Mathias Recounts Athletes Profit Trend From TV Fame
Bob Mathias, Olympic decathlon star, contrasts early amateur days with today’s moneyed sports culture. He notes TV exposure, endorsements, and acting roles transformed athletes into entertainers, while defending some profitability but lamenting the shift from pure sport to show business.
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