This book examines how money has become tied to sports in a variety of ways, and what implications this has for both athletes and fans. Have there always been professional athletes who earn huge salaries? What are the debates surrounding the role that advertising plays in sports? The series Ethics of Sports takes a unique, critical-eye view of the world of sports, and uses this perspective to explore the many ways that sports factor into our world. The series uses up-to-date information, current affairs, and exciting case studies, while providing lots of opportunities for debates and discussions. Each book includes endnotes on sources.