Olympics commentator dropped after sexist remark
Bob Ballard removed from Eurosport coverage after referencing Australian women's swimming team
Ballard made the comment during commentary of the swimming competition in Paris
An Olympics broadcaster has dropped one of its commentators after a sexist remark made during commentary of the swimming competition in Paris.
Eurosport has removed commentator Bob Ballard from their Olympics coverage after he made a comment seen as sexist.
Ballard was referencing the Australian women's swimming team who had won gold in a freestyle relay.
He said: "The Australian women looked like they were swimming in syrup."
The comment was widely condemned on social media, with many people calling for Ballard to be fired.
Eurosport has since apologized for the comment and said that Ballard will no longer be part of their Olympics coverage.
In a statement, Eurosport said: "We apologize for the offense caused by Bob Ballard's comment during our coverage of the swimming competition in Paris.
"We do not condone sexism or any form of discrimination and we have removed Mr. Ballard from our Olympics coverage with immediate effect."
Ballard has since apologized for his comment, saying that he "deeply regrets" what he said.
He said: "I am deeply sorry for the offense I caused with my comment about the Australian women's swimming team.
"I was trying to be humorous, but I realize now that my comment was inappropriate and offensive.
"I apologize to the Australian women's swimming team, to Eurosport, and to all those who were offended by my comment."
Conclusion
Ballard's comment is a reminder that sexism is still a problem in society, even in the world of sports.
It is important to call out sexism when we see it, and to hold people accountable for their words and actions.
Ballard's firing is a step in the right direction, but there is still more work to be done to create a more inclusive and respectful society.
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