Molly Caudery celebrates during the women's pole vault final at the UK Athletics Indoor Championships. Image accompanying BBC Sport Athletics’ report; reduced and presented for news commentary with the attributed report. View the complete source report.
New guidelines for broadcasters were implemented at the European Athletics Championships in Birmingham. They aim to avoid sexualizing athletes with inappropriate camera angles. The European Broadcasting Union developed these guidelines in consultation with female athletes.
British pole vaulter Molly Caudery welcomed the change, emphasizing its positive impact. She noted that pole vaulting offers many filming angles, making the change manageable. The guidelines focus on avoiding compromising positions during events like high jump and pole vault. Read more racing coverage.
Former British pole vaulter Holly Bradshaw, who advised the EBU, has faced social media abuse due to inappropriate coverage. She highlighted the harmful effects of such coverage on athletes and viewers. The guidelines seek to address these issues and improve the portrayal of women in sports. Related: British Dominance and Record-Breaking Moments at European Championships.
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What should runners know about New Filming Guidelines Debut at European Athletics Championships?
Broadcasters adopt respectful camera angles to avoid sexualizing athletes. New guidelines for broadcasters were implemented at the European Athletics Championships in Birmingham. They aim to avoid sexualizing athletes with inappropriate camera angles. The European Broadcasting Union developed these guidelines in consultation with female athletes.
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Runner World published this brief on August 10, 2026. The underlying BBC Sport Athletics report was dated August 10, 2026.
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