In a recent development, a comprehensive fact-check conducted by DW has refuted the viral claim that Sweden has declared sex as a sport and initiated a global tournament with Greek participants. This misinformation has been propagated by numerous international media outlets, including the esteemed South African media platform IOL. The widespread coverage of this dubious claim has caught the attention of Anna Setzman, spokesperson for the Swedish Sports Confederation. In a written statement submitted to DW, Setzman unequivocally debunked the allegations, stating, “All this information is false.”Setzman emphasized the spread of false information in international media concerning Sweden and its sporting activities. Bratic’s application for membership in the Swedish Sports Confederation was submitted in January but was subsequently rejected in May.

Source: Nigerian Tribune June 09, 2023 12:38 UTC