The boxer’s views are repugnant. But a ban from the BBC Sports Personality of the Year shortlist would give him an importance he does not deserveHeres a pub quiz question: name the last three winners of BBC Sports Personality of the Year. No Googling,no conferring, no points for vaguely thinking it was that cyclist. Got it? suitable, and now list the ways in which these acclaimed sporting role models believe directly influenced your behaviour for the last three years. And then pause to consider what,whether anything, the phrase “sporting role model” actually means. Related: Think Tyson Fury’s views are offensive? Boxing is worse | Julie Bindel Continue reading...
Source: theguardian.com