A group of elite female athletes has spoken out against a betting advertisement featuring actress Sydney Sweeney, calling it inappropriate and objectifying. The criticism comes amid growing concerns over the portrayal of women in sports marketing, with some athletes arguing the ad undermines their professionalism. The controversy highlights tensions between commercial promotions and the standards expected of high-performance athletes. The debate raises questions about how far advertising can push boundaries without crossing ethical lines in sports culture.


British sprinter Amy Hunt is among the female athletes to criticise the controversial betting advert starring actress Sydney Sweeney.