Gymnasts, Figure Skaters, and Other Artistic Athletes Are Up Against a New, Unlikely Foe
Briefly

Knierim and Frazier faced unexpected legal issues at the Olympics over music copyright, raising concerns about artistic sports and athletes' legal compliance.
Their coach informed them of a lawsuit regarding the music they used for their performances, highlighting a significant oversight in routine protocols.
For years, athletes submitted music to federations without knowing that these submissions could still lead to lawsuits, creating uncertainty in artistic competition.
The situation exposed the risks athletes face with the legality of their artistic performances, which were previously believed to be compliant with existing regulations.
Read at Slate Magazine
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