news.com.au - 1/16/2008
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COMMENTS by tennis commentator Roger Rasheed about Venus Williams' behind prompted a number of complaints to broadcaster Channel Seven last night. Rasheed, a former coach of Lleyton Hewitt, had a slow motion replay of Williams' bottom during her match against China's Yan Zi at the Australian Open. "Take a look at this now. Make or think as you will, ladies, but for me, that's a pretty good ...
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Australian Open: Commentator Roger Rasheed Enjoys Venus Williams' Booty
FanIQ Blog —
... Roger Rasheed slammed for comments on Venus Williams [Herald Sun]
Announcer Roger Rasheed Likes Serena Williams’ Ass (It's actually Venus) [Larry Brown Sports] ...
Aussie Open Announcer’s Profound A** Admiration
SPORTSbyBROOKS —
... Rasheed, while flanked by analyst Tracy Austin in the broadcast booth, said “Take a look at this now. Make or think as you will, ladies, but for me, that’s a pretty good sight.“ Rasheed then held out his open hands wide apart with a grin, and Austin reacted uproariously. ...
Australian Open Announcer More Interested in Venus Williams' Backside Than Her Backhand
FanHouse —
... Although it was intended as a compliment, it's still inappropriate. During live sporting events, announcers should stick to talking about the action on the court. However, this is far from the most offensive thing any announcer has ever said, and his employer says no disciplinary action will be taken. ...
If Joe Buck Does This With Favre Sunday, Watch Out [Butts!]
Deadspin —
... Many viewers have expressed their disgust with the comments of analyst Roger Rasheed, but we think the blame rests more with the guy in the production truck who provided the slow motion replay of Serena Williams' buttocks. At a certain point, didn't Rasheed have to say something? ...
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