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How and why economics is taking over sports

  • Written by Tim Harcourt, J.W. Nevile Fellow in Economics, UNSW
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In this series we’re looking at how the economics of sports is doing away with hunches and intuition. Using data and research to evaluate players, strategies and even leagues.

If you look closely at your favourite sport nowadays, it’s hard to miss the influence of economics. It’s evident from the way players are drafted or how...

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