SPORT – especially football – was once a man’s world with few female presenters, but recently, a host of ambitious, skilled women have been taking their seats in the studios. As Euro 2024 kicks off, we look at those at the forefront of the action. 9 Sport – especially football – was once a man’s world with few female presenters - pictured Laura Woods 9 As Euro 2024 kicks off, we look at those at the forefront of the action - pictured Alex Scott 9 Gabby Logan attends the BBC Sports Personality of the Year 2023 Alex Scott, 39 Highs: She made broadcasting history in August 2018 as the first female pundit on Sky Sports’ Super Sunday show, and in 2021 as the first female presenter to front BBC’s Football Focus in its 47-year history.
Lows: Alex’s meteoric rise to the top triggered sexist abuse, with trolls telling her she should be at home ironing or cooking, and others even threatening her life. 9 Alex Scott made broadcasting history in August 2018 as the first female pundit on Sky Sports’ Super Sunday show 9 Alex and partner Jess Glynne in Cannes The relentless abuse left her so low that in 2019 she turned to therapy to help her cope. Other half: She was spotted with singer Jess Glynne at Wimbledon in July 2023, and the loved-up pair were recently seen at this year’s Cannes film festival.
On her relationship, Alex said: “I am more open to accepting and being more vulnerable, and I’m absolutely enjoying this stage.” Career path: Following a youth spent.
