Birdwatch Note Rating
2024-01-12 16:15:03 UTC - HELPFUL
Rated by Participant: A16C11F36E24ED489F23C200B8B8EAE6CE830E72DDF82F2D006223C1A3C9050B
Participant Details
Original Note:
David Teeger was not replaced because he is jewish. He was demoted from his captain position because he made comments in support of Israel. To be specific, he dedicated an award he received to Isreali soldiers, who he described as the “true rising stars”. Sources: https://www.independent.co.uk/sport/cricket/south-africa-israel-david-teeger-u19-world-cup-b2477573.html https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2024/jan/12/south-africa-stand-down-under-19-cricket-captain-david-teeger-anti-war-protest-fears
All Note Details