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Olympics Commentator Removed Over Sexist Remark

The commentator, Bob Ballard, made the sexist comment during the Olympic swimming competitions.

Image Credit: AFP via Getty ImagesThe best of the best—both men and women—currently competing in the 2024 Olympics definitely experience their fair share of comments that trivialize their skill level for various reasons. This remark came at a time when the International Olympic Committee is celebrating Paris 2024 as “The Equal Games,” given that women now make up 50 percent of its participants. The swimmers— Mollie O’Callaghan, Emma McKeon, Meg Harris, and Shayna Jack —were waving to crowds and celebrating the fourth Olympics in a row where Australia has claimed the gold medal in the event when Ballard made his comments.

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