The term "Ugly American" can also refer to self-centered, self-aggrandizing behavior by Americans in international sporting events, contrary to basic standards of sportsmanship and [[chivalry]]. For example, ugly Americans tend to care only about who wins or loses a sporting event, like a [[gambling]] [[addiction|addict]], rather than appreciate the spirit and beauty of a game. | The term "Ugly American" can also refer to self-centered, self-aggrandizing behavior by Americans in international sporting events, contrary to basic standards of sportsmanship and [[chivalry]]. For example, ugly Americans tend to care only about who wins or loses a sporting event, like a [[gambling]] [[addiction|addict]], rather than appreciate the spirit and beauty of a game. |