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Elite Sports Policy in South Korea: Reality and Issues

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South Korea’s elite-centric sports policy, rooted in the ideology of modern nationalism, is currently undergoing a transitional phase as it clashes with the emerging principle of the “fundamental right to sport.†In this context, the purpose of this study is to establish an academic foundation for understanding the reality of elite-centric sports policies in South Korea. Although elite sports policies have been subject to considerable criticism and debate, little effort has been made to examine its policy reality. Accordingly, this study systematically investigates (1) cases of national sports resource (budget) allocation, (2) the systems and legal foundations implemented to promote elite sports, and (3) identifies key issues surrounding elite sports policies. In conclusion, this study provides a multidimensional analysis of the reality of elite-centric sports policies and offers policy implications based on the findings. South Korean sports policy must now respond to the evolving ideological demand for the “fundamental right to sport,†a process that will inevitably involve intense debates and political conflicts. It is essential to critically reflect on the elite-centric sports policies that have long guided national strategies and to explore future policy directions within broader social and historical contexts.

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  • Wangsung Myung, 2025. "Elite Sports Policy in South Korea: Reality and Issues," SAGE Open, , vol. 15(3), pages 21582440251, September.
    • Handle: RePEc:sae:sagope:v:15:y:2025:i:3:p:21582440251375186
    DOI: 10.1177/21582440251375186
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