New camera guidelines for female athletics coverage
The European Broadcasting Union has introduced new guidelines for broadcasters to ensure more respectful camera angles when filming female athletes. The initiative, supported by athletes like Holly Bradshaw, aims to prevent the sexualization of women in sports and protect their mental health.
Why it matters
This reflects a growing movement in sports media to prioritize athlete dignity and combat the objectification of women during live broadcasts.
Image source, AFP via Getty Images Image caption, Holly Bradshaw says she has seen inappropriate videos of herself online because of revealing camera angles during live coverage of her competitions.
The article presents the perspective of the athletes and the EBU, focusing on the goal of respectful coverage.
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