A Spanish court found Luis Rubiales guilty of sexual assault for kissing player Jenni Hermoso without her consent post-2023 Women's World Cup final. Despite facing a fine and restraining order, he was acquitted of coercion charges. This incident, widely televised, ignited outrage and discussions about sexism in sports, overshadowing the team's historic win. Rubiales maintained that the kiss was consensual, claiming to be a victim of a "witch hunt." Hermoso expressed feeling vulnerable after the incident, highlighting the ongoing issues surrounding consent and the treatment of female athletes in sport.
Rubiales' actions, viewed as a blatant disregard for consent, sparked a global discussion about sexism in sports and the treatment of female athletes.
The incident, which was broadcasted live, overshadowed the celebration of the Spanish women's team's World Cup victory, raising serious questions about conduct in sports.
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