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1vamp7 29.07.12 - 03:02am
Will Have to Compete Without Her Hijab: Is That Religious Discrimination?Guys. I have the Olympic Fever. I love the Olympics, and am thrilled that this is the first Olympics where every participating country is sending at least one female athlete!Notably, Saudi Arabia has sent two women: * +

bozzalad 29.07.12 - 03:05am
What reason was given ? * +

fireyes 29.07.12 - 03:06am
it should be what is best for the athletes. but sadly, instead of having national pride and fight for those medals. religious beliefs will again get in the way. they need to allow for a exception * +

fireyes 29.07.12 - 03:07am
that girl should of supported the USA. wouldnt be a issue then. I bet next time around she will * +

dgsn 29.07.12 - 03:16am

@ 1vamp7 - 29.07.12 - 03:06am
However, International Judo Federation president Marius Vizer has banned any head-wear during the competition. He cites strict safety rules deeming any head covering to be a risk to the fighters health.

bo11ocks. Cathy Freeman. * +

dgsn 29.07.12 - 03:20am
My bad that was for judo. Cath was a runner but she wore a full body suit including head. Judo there is a dress code. The gee has to be the same as your opponent as it is an integral part of the contest. * +

mandain 29.07.12 - 03:22am

@ dgsn - 29.07.12 - 03:16am
bo11ocks. Cathy Freeman.

Perhaps that only applies to judo? * +

mandain 29.07.12 - 03:23am
Ok I'm a bit quick then * +

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