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Benjamin Lowe dismissed from Paris Olympics panel to maintain competition integrity
- Veteran judge Benjamin Lowe was photographed with Australian surfer Ethan Ewing and coach Bede Durbidge.
- The International Surfing Association deemed the interaction inappropriate and against ethical guidelines.
- Lowe has faced previous criticism for alleged bias against Brazilian surfer Gabriel Medina.
- The ISA emphasized the decision was to protect fairness, not related to Lowe's judging performance.
- All judges and teams have been reminded of their conduct responsibilities.
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- Ethan Ewing Australian surfer
- Australia Country in Oceania
- 2024 Summer Olympics Olympic games
- Gabriel Medina Brazilian surfer
- Bede Durbidge Australian surfer
- Brazil Country in South America
- Paris Capital of France
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