Sometimes an old athlete may want to come back for some special match. Some bettors might still bet on him despite of old age and lack of recent experiences in the sport. That is because of what we call nostalgia. They might recall the past memories or past performances of the athlete that may not necessarily reflect the recent performance of the athlete. So be careful when betting because you might just be nostalgic.
Is this something that is really worth talking or discussing about? Well, it's gambling related so I guess it is.
Being nostalgic is basically on those who are not a fan of the said old athlete, for me, if I am true fan of an athlete who is already retired or have simply stopped playing or fighting or have stopped participating in whatever sports he or she used to be a great professional in..
If and when such a player or athlete comes on board to fight or play a special match, as a fan, my job is to support, I have to choices, either to bet on that match and if I am betting, there is no way I won't be betting on my favorite, but if i am in a time or period of life when I can't afford to risk losing any money, then I will simply not bet but will still support and cheer for my favorite, in this context, I doing see betting on my favorite as being nostalgic.