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8/1/2012 5:43:31 PM EST
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Hijab allowed in Olympic judo, good decision or lack of moral fibre?
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Wojidan Ali Seraj Abdulrahim Shahrkhani, the female judo competitor and first ever woman to represent Saudi Arabia in the Olympics will now be allowed to compete wearing a modified hijab.
Until a few days ago, the International Judo Association was adamant that because of the physical nature of the sport, wearing that article of clothing during competition would create a safety risk.
Firstly, it is a huge achievement for her to become the first woman from that male dominated country to compete in the Olympics, she has obviously overcome prejudices, hurdles and difficulties that most female athletes never encounter. All credit to her for getting to the Olympics.
There does seem to be some concern about her skill level, according to a National Post article, she is a blue belt, all other competitors are higher black belt.
Whether she should or should not be allowed to compete based on her competence, is a matter for the Olympic and Judo authorities to decide.
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