University of Illinois Press · United States · Est. 2020
ISSN2639-6025
SJR Q2✓ Scopus / SJR
18
/ 100
High Risk
Score Breakdown
✓ Scopus Q2+18
Total18
Journal Impact Factor
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SJR Score
0.18
H-Index
6
SNIP
0.72
Total Works
90
Total Citations
101
2yr Mean Citedness
0.22
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Aims & Scope✦ Inferred from recent articles
The Journal of Olympic Studies examines the historical, political, and social dimensions of the Olympic Games. It analyzes the impact of political events, such as boycotts and decolonization, on the Games and the International Olympic Committee (IOC). The journal also explores the evolving role of the Olympics in international relations, urban development, and the adoption of new technologies and environmental policies.
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⚡ Speed vs Prestige
How does this journal balance review speed with impact level?
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Publication & Citation Trend
Articles published
Times cited
2020
2021
2022
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2025
2026
Source: OpenAlex · Note: citations accumulate over time so older years appear higher
SJR Quartile by Discipline
Scimago ranks this journal separately in each subject category — its quartile can differ by discipline.
Cultural StudiesQ2
HistoryQ2
Subject Classification
Scopus Categories
HistoryCultural Studies
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Sports, Gender, and SocietySport and Mega-Event ImpactsDoping in SportsSports Analytics and PerformanceAdventure Sports and Sensation SeekingAmerican Sports and LiteratureDigital Games and MediaSports and Physical Education StudiesEducational Games and GamificationRecreation, Leisure, Wilderness Management