European Athletics prohibits close-up shots of female athletes in new guidelines

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The European Athletics and the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) have implemented new guidelines for the television coverage of women's athletics.
The guidelines restrict the use of 13 specific camera angles that could sexualize female athletes during broadcasts.
The initiative, named "Raising The Bar," aims to promote a more respectful representation of female athletes in media.
These rules address concerns about the sexualization of women in sports and seek to enhance the dignity of female athletes in televised events.
The measures require broadcasters to adopt respectful camera techniques when covering live events involving female athletes.

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