Athletocracy

/ˌæθləˈtɑːkrəsi/ noun

A system of government or social structure where athletes or athletic values hold dominant power and influence.

From athlete (Greek athletikos) plus -cracy (Greek kratos meaning 'power' or 'rule'). This is a modern coinage blending athletic authority with political structures.

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