US EditionAfghan refugee breaker disqualified for wearing 'Free Afghan Women' cape at Paris Olympics
- Refugee breaker Manizha Talash was disqualified from the Olympic breaking competition for wearing a cape stating “Free Afghan Women” during her battle against India Sardjoe.
- The World DanceSport Federation disqualified her for displaying a political slogan, violating Olympic rules.
- While Talash's slogan breached rules, it also gained her a following and support.
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Olympic Breakdancer Disqualified For 'Free Afghan Women' Cape
Olympian Calls Out The Quality Of The Medals At The Paris Olympics (1:26) The sport of breaking made its debut at the Olympic games on Friday, with women from around the world competing for the first time.Japan's Ami Yuasa took home the first-ever breaking gold medal at the Olympics, but the competition was not without controversy.Manizha Talash, who competes for the Refugee Olympic Team, was disqualified from the competition because of a demons…
Manizha Talash from Afghanistan wanted to draw attention to the position of women in her country.
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Afghan refugee breaker disqualified for wearing 'Free Afghan Women' cape at Paris Olympics
Refugee breaker Manizha Talash, or “b-girl Talash,” was disqualified from the first ever Olympic breaking competition on Friday after she wore a cape that said “Free Afghan Women" during her
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