It could bring in more contestants for the Olympic Games and more viewers for it. If they win a medal, they could score even more viewers (and more money) by becoming a new famous athlete.
to get money I guess
They did get money to go to the olympics in the past
A bunch of money:p
money
Most Olympic athletes do not get paid for winning at the Olympics. Many of the countries will pay the travel expenses of the athletes. Most athletes are sponsored and will receive bonus money from the sponsors for doing well or medaling at the Olympics. For more information, please refer to the related link.
yes they do
Athletes put lots of money in training I play hockey and I'm 12 and my parents have a lot cold hard cash on me
No
The Olympics has changed throughout the years by allowing professional athletes to compete. In the past, the Olympics were any for amateur athletes (those who do not receive money for competing in their sport).
Athletes should make as much money as the market will allow.
No. The athletes have sponsors and donations to help pay for the costs.
Athletes are not given prize money for winning gold, silver or bronze etc. at an event.