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Experiences of Online Abuse in Sport

Audio recordings of three e-sport athletes and streamers on their experiences of Online Abuse in Sport

Trigger Warning: Explicit Content


The following audio features real life and graphic experiences of misogyny, sexual harassment, rape and death threats and racism. We encourage all participants to engage with empathy, respect, and sensitivity towards others.

Bette “Chia” – Experiences of Online Abuse in Sport

Gabriel “Rayuur” Morais – Experiences of Online Abuse in Sport

Tiffani “Oling” Lim – Experiences of Online Abuse in Sport

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