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Olympic Tennis Commentator Criticized for Sexist Remarks

French journalist unions denounce inappropriate comments made during women's doubles match at Paris Olympics.

  • The remarks were made by an RMC radio commentator during a match between France and Italy.
  • The commentator described player Sara Errani using stereotypical cliches about housewives.
  • French journalist unions issued a joint statement condemning the comments as sexist and misogynistic.
  • The unions highlighted that other European networks have taken immediate action in similar cases.
  • Eurosport recently fired a commentator for a sexist remark during a swimming event at the same Olympics.
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