Presenters reveal online abuse as BT Sport launches ‘Draw The Line’ campaign

Presenters reveal online abuse as BT Sport launches ‘Draw The Line’ campaign
Karen Carney is among a group of BT’s on-air talent who have spoken about the online abuse they have suffered (PA)

BT Sport presenters and pundits such as Karen Carney, Robbie Savage and Ugo Monye have spoken out about the social media abuse they have received as the broadcaster launches a new campaign to stamp out online hate on its channels.

Savage says he was sent abusive messages within hours of his father’s death, while Carney and Monye have also suffered at the hands of internet trolls.

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