{
  "id": 4551192,
  "title": "On the 25th, in a Women's K-League match between Suwon FC and Hwacheon KSPO, controversy arose when a referee made a comment that could be considered rude.\n\nIn the 32nd minute of the second half, Suwon FC's star player Ji So-yun complained to the referee about a rough tackle.\n\nThe referee responded to Ji So-yun's protest by saying, “You’re sensitive. Are you on your period?”\n\nThe referee then issued a warning to Ji So-yun.\n\nThe comment sparked controversy as it could be seen as demeaning and sexist.\n\nThe Women's Sports Committee immediately issued an apology and announced plans to take disciplinary action against the referee.\n\nThe committee stated, “We will thoroughly investigate the matter and take strict action.”\n\nThe incident has raised concerns about sexism in sports and the need for greater sensitivity and professionalism among referees.\n\nSuwon FC ultimately lost the game 2-1.",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/31/wk",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-31T00:44:16.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Hankyoreh",
    "slug": "hankyoreh",
    "url": "https://www.hani.co.kr/arti/society/society_general/1275448.html"
  },
  "original_language": "ko",
  "account": null,
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  "key_points": [],
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  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}