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Unveiling the Influence of Air Pollution on Sports Demand: Evidence from the Chinese Football Association Super League

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  • Zhiqi Tian
  • Shyue Chuan Chong
  • Hui Shan Lee
  • Yiqi Qiu

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In the midst of China's football fervor, where fans’ roars fill packed stadiums, a hidden adversary emerges. Deteriorating air quality not only threatens the health of individuals but also casts a shadow over the very essence of sporting passion. This study dives into the Chinese Football Association Super League (CSL), unveiling the intricate relationship between air quality and stadium attendance. Bridging a gap in environmental economics and sports consumer behavior research, we employ a robust regression model analyzing 720 CSL matches from 2015 to 2017. The results reveal a significant inverse link between air pollution and spectator turnout. We establish a novel connection between air pollution and overall satisfaction and engagement in sports. Our findings suggest that addressing air pollution is not only a health necessity but also crucial for sustaining sports enthusiasts’ fervor. We advocate for strategic interventions to combat air pollution's impact on cherished sporting activities.

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  • Zhiqi Tian & Shyue Chuan Chong & Hui Shan Lee & Yiqi Qiu, 2025. "Unveiling the Influence of Air Pollution on Sports Demand: Evidence from the Chinese Football Association Super League," Journal of Sports Economics, , vol. 26(7), pages 842-866, October.
    • Handle: RePEc:sae:jospec:v:26:y:2025:i:7:p:842-866
    DOI: 10.1177/15270025251348232
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