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I dont understand why there are sports that allow professionals (tennis,basketball) and some do not. Iba rin naman rules ng FIBA sa NBA, the basics are the same pero may slight differences. Does anyone have an insight as to why?
It depends on the international federation which is in charge of the sport. FIBA allows professionals (this will change soon) for Olympic Basketball while FIFA has strict rules for Olympic Football (age limits for most with a limited amount of overaged players).
AIBA has strict rules against professionalism in Olympic Boxing, as professional boxing is often associated with gambling. They feel that gambling has no place in the Olympics and, if allowed, will taint the results of medal finishes.