Amy Hunt warns Sydney Sweeney betting ad could deter young girls from sport

British sprinter Amy Hunt warned that Sydney Sweeney's sports betting advert could discourage young girls from participating in sport, citing concerns about role models and body image. Hunt, who won four gold medals at last month's European Championships, said the imagery conflicts with showing that sport is about ability, not appearance. She noted that 64 percent of girls drop out of exercise before age 16, arguing such adverts create unnecessary barriers. The sprinter added that the positive backlash from female athletes has outweighed the advert's impact, with celebrations of women's sport emerging from the controversy. She stressed that elite sport is not always attractive, referencing difficult training sessions.