i would say the weight of the title "world champion" compensates for the relatively small field. there is plenty of talent represented. with that said it's a sh*thole country that's holding this great tournament hostage, and is doing the same in other sports as well.
I wouldn't exactly call Qatar a sh*t hole country.... they're the richest country in the world per capita and a very modern country and somewhat westernized.
But, I get your point. :smile: