'This is what women in sport look like' - Hunt responds to Sweeney advert
Summary
British sprinter Amy Hunt and other female athletes have spoken out against a sports gambling advert featuring actress Sydney Sweeney. The advert shows Sweeney naked with sports equipment covering her body, which many athletes say unfairly focuses on women's looks instead of their sports achievements.Key Facts
- Amy Hunt ran 22.10 seconds in the 200m final at the Ultimate Championship and spoke against the advert.
- The advert stars American actress Sydney Sweeney, known for the TV show Euphoria.
- Athletes criticized the advert for sexualizing women in sports instead of highlighting their hard work.
- US gymnast Gracie Kramer started a social media trend showing athletes training to challenge the advert’s message.
- Other athletes like Olympic swimmer Ariarne Titmus and cyclist Sophie Capewell also voiced their concerns.
- Melissa Jefferson-Wooden won the 200m race with a time of 21.47 seconds, one of the fastest ever.
- Many athletes described the struggles and dedication behind their sports careers in response to the advert.
- The controversy highlights ongoing issues about how women in sports are portrayed publicly.
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