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Darko Manevski

Golden Generation: Girls Inspired To Take Up A New Sport When Watching Female Athletes In Action

Watching a professional female athlete or team in action has inspired more than half of girls to take up a new sport, according to research. (Josh Brady, SWNS/Zenger)

Watching a professional female athlete or team in action has inspired more than half of girls to take up a new sport, according to research.

The survey of 1,000 girls, aged 11 to 17, found 60 percent believe an inspirational role model is the best way to kickstart a sporting journey.

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