Leveraging Major Sport Events’ Success Towards Positioning Qatar as a Sport Tourism Destination

Authors

  • Mohammed Yaqot Division of Engineering Management and Decision Sciences, College of Science and Engineering, Hamad Bin Khalifa University, Doha, Qatar Foundation, Qatar
  • Brenno C. Menezes Division of Engineering Management and Decision Sciences, College of Science and Engineering, Hamad Bin Khalifa University, Doha, Qatar Foundation, Qatar https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2972-7014
  • Kamilla Swart Division of Engineering Management and Decision Sciences, College of Science and Engineering, Hamad Bin Khalifa University, Doha, Qatar Foundation, Qatar https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2778-2802

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.34190/ictr.7.1.2208

Keywords:

Major Sport Events, Sport Tourism, Sustainable Development, Roadmap, Leveraging Legacy

Abstract

Through substantial investments in the sports sector, Qatar has solidified its position as a prominent global sport events destination. Notably recognised for hosting the monumental 2006 Asian Games, this marked the inception of Qatar's evolution into a hub for sport tourism. Since then, Qatar has successfully hosted several large-scale international sporting events, culminating in the historic hosting of the 2022 FIFA World Cup. This trajectory continues with Qatar securing bids for forthcoming events such as the 2027 FIBA Basketball Cup and the 2030 Asian Games. Despite earlier unsuccessful bids for the Olympic and Paralympic Games in 2016 and 2020, Qatar remains committed to upholding its exceptional hosting legacy. This study seeks to discern the critical dimensions contributing to successful hosting and their broader impact on the host country. Drawing insights from a critical review of past events, including comparative analyses with FIFA World Cups from 2022, 2018, and 2014, this research aims to identify common key indicators and their influence on local communities. By discerning these elements, the study endeavours to craft a roadmap for hosting major sporting events, addressing challenges, and leveraging supporting factors. The outcomes will offer prospective agendas and recommendations intended to bolster Qatar's strategic positioning as a competitive international sport tourism destination. For aspiring nations like Qatar, these large-scale sporting events serve as catalysts for sustainable impacts that transcend the event itself.

Author Biographies

Mohammed Yaqot, Division of Engineering Management and Decision Sciences, College of Science and Engineering, Hamad Bin Khalifa University, Doha, Qatar Foundation, Qatar

Dr. Mohamed Yaqot, a Postdoctoral Fellow at HBKU, specializes in Engineering Management and Decision Sciences. With a Ph.D. in Logistics and Supply Chain Management, his research focuses on digital transformation in manufacturing systems and supply chains. Driven by a passion for advancing scientific knowledge, he excels in translating research into practical applications.

Brenno C. Menezes, Division of Engineering Management and Decision Sciences, College of Science and Engineering, Hamad Bin Khalifa University, Doha, Qatar Foundation, Qatar

Dr. Brenno C. Menezes is currently an Assistant Professor in the College of Science and Engineering, Division of Engineering Management and Decision Sciences, Hamad Bin Khalifa University, Qatar. His current research interests include simulation and optimization, business process management, process industry, and machine learning.

Kamilla Swart, Division of Engineering Management and Decision Sciences, College of Science and Engineering, Hamad Bin Khalifa University, Doha, Qatar Foundation, Qatar

Dr. Kamilla Swart is Associate Professor and Director of the Masters in Sport and Entertainment Management, College of Science and Engineering, Hamad Bin Khalifa University, Qatar. Her work focuses on sport, tourism and events in the developing context and the global South in particular. She serves onthe Advisory Committee of the UNESCO Chair on Governance & Social Responsibility in Sport.

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Published

2024-03-11

Issue

Vol. 7 No. 1 (2024): Proceedings of the 7th International Conference on Tourism Research

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Academic Papers

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