Is It a Private Issue? Exploring Chinese Fans’ Perceptions of Manchester City’s Crisis Response to the Kyle Walker Sexual Harassment

Xi Yang, Suyu Chou, Qing Guo, School of Physical Education and Equestrian, Wuhan Business University, Department of Journalism, National Defense University, School of Journalism , Hangzhou City University

Communication & Sport

Published online on April 30, 2025

Abstract

Communication & Sport, Ahead of Print.
This study investigates how diverse crisis response strategies and communicators, considering fans’ identification, influence Chinese fans’ perceptions following the sexual harassment incident involving Manchester City player Kyle Walker. Utilizing a ...