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Sexualization in sports is when female athletes are objectified or exploited based on their looks instead of their abilities. The media often focuses on their appearance, femininity, or sex appeal rather than their achievements. This can reinforce harmful stereotypes and undermine their talent. Female athletes may also face sexist treatment from coaches, teammates, and spectators, such as inappropriate comments or unequal treatment compared to male athletes. This creates a hostile environment and affects their confidence. Sexualization in sports refers to the objectification or exploitation of athletes, particularly female athletes, based on their physical appearance or perceived attractiveness, rather than their athletic abilities or achievements. Female athletes are often depicted in the media in ways that emphasize their physical appearance, femininity, or sex appeal, rather than their athletic abilities. Media coverage may focus more on athletes' looks, fashion choices, or personal lives, rather than on their achievements in sports. This can reinforce harmful stereotypes and undermine the abilities of female athletes for their talent and dedication. Female athletes may experience sexist commentary or treatment from coaches, teammates, and spectators as well. This can include inappropriate remarks about their appearance, sexual advances, or unequal treatment compared to male athletes. Such behavior can create a hostile or unwelcoming environment for female athletes and undermine their confidence in performance.