German gymnasts wear ankle-length unitards to protest sexualization in the sport

German gymnasts took a stand against sexualization in the sport this weekend. Three teammates — Elisbaeth Seitz, Sarah Voss and Kim Bui — wore full-body uniforms at the European championships. The decision was widely met with praise from fellow gymnasts and the sport’s governing bodies. Host Marco Werman has more.

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