[ToR.Arnor]

Originally Posted by Pandan

Actually there is no limit, there is a threshold of skill (minimum times to compete). Countries do get an initial 'free pass' in the event someone doesn't make the threshold, but anyone worldwide who makes that threshold at a registered event will receive an invite. (though not all have the resources or capability to attend)

More foreigners doesn't instantly = more views. More GOOD foreigners most definitely would though.

The "A" standard is the most difficult to achieve. An NOC "may enter up to three athletes for each event on the athletics program, provided they have achieved the A standard. In addition they can enter one reserve athlete for the same event provided he/she has also achieved the A standard."[1]

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Qualify...e_note-IAAF1-1

You can also download the IAAF Entry standards for 2014 here: http://www.iaaf.org/competition/standards

FINA Operates in a similiar fashion: http://www.fina.org/H2O/index.php?op...59&Itemid=1313