Olympics Commentator Axed Over Sexist Remark

Veteran commentator sacked after making sexist remark about female swimmer

Eurosport has removed commentator Bob Ballard from their Olympics coverage after he made a comment seen as sexist

A veteran sports commentator has been sacked from his Olympics role after making a sexist remark about a female swimmer.

Bob Ballard was commentating on the swimming competition in Paris when he made the remark, which was widely condemned on social media.

Eurosport has since removed Ballard from their Olympics coverage and issued a statement apologizing for the comment.

The incident has sparked a debate about sexism in sports broadcasting.

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