European Athletics moves to curb on-screen sexualisation of female athletes

European Athletics and the European Broadcasting Union have introduced guidelines titled "Raising the Bar" to prevent the sexualization of female athletes. The guidelines advise against prolonged close-ups of body parts, low-angle shots, and slow-motion replays not contributing to sporting action. Former world long jump champion Ivana Spanovic suggested innovative camera angles like aerial views. European Athletics President Dobromir Karamarinov called the move a crucial step.