The economic organization of sumo wrestling is unique compared to other sports. In sumo wrestling, a wrestler's ranking, which is determined by their wins at bimonthly tournaments, influences every aspect of their life. There are also economic incentives involved, as higher-ranked wrestlers may be bribed to lose a fight to help a competitor advance. This is different from many other sports, where performance and rankings are not as directly tied to a player's lifestyle and economic status.
Author Steven Levitt, working with journalist Stephen Dubner, shows how economic theories can be use...
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