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European Athletics, broadcasters issue guidelines on preventing sexualisation of female athletes
The 23-page Raising the Bar guide tells broadcasters to avoid revealing angles and slow-motion replays that distract from athletes’ performance.
- The European Broadcasting Union partnered with European Athletics to introduce new broadcasting guidelines aimed at preventing the sexualization of women athletes through selective camera angles and slow-motion replays.
- Broadcasters are advised to avoid potentially "compromising" shots, as the 23-page Raising the Bar document warns against lingering body shots and low-angle cameras capturing revealing views.
- EBU British Olympic pole vaulter Holly Bradshaw said some athletes become distracted by camera positions during competitions, and she has received social media abuse and seen "inappropriate videos" of herself.
- "The sexualization of women athletes through selective camera angles and editing choices continues to be a significant concern," said Glen Killane, Executive Director of EBU Sports.
- New directives prioritize athletes' technical ability and compelling storytelling, encouraging wider angles showing run-ups and take-offs to replace previously problematic broadcasting techniques.
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The European Broadcasting Union Has Issued Guidelines on 'Unnecessary Camera Angles' to 'Avoid Sexualizing' Female Athletes
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