Egyptian beach volleyball team blast French hijab ban

Egyptian beach volleyball team blast French hijab ban

The Egyptian women's beach volleyball team called out France's hijab ban for its country's athletes after their match in the 2024 Paris Olympics last week.

Egypt’s women’s beach volleyball team slams French hijab ban after Olympic match

Members of Egypt’s women’s beach volleyball team have spoken out against France’s hijab ban for its athletes after competing in an Olympic beach volleyball match.

Egyptian volleyball player hits out at France’s hijab ban after facing bikini-clad opposition

There were contrasting kits at the Eiffel Tower Stadium on Thursday as Egyptian athletes Marwa Abdelhady and Doaa Elghobashy competed fully clothed and wore a hijab against a Spanish pair in bikinis.

Egyptian Volleyball Players Play In Full Hijab, Challenging France's Ban On Religious Coverings At Paris Olympics - uInterview

In a striking display of cultural diversity at the Paris Olympics, Egyptian beach volleyball players Marwa Abdelhady and Doaa Elghobashy competed in full-body uniforms and hijabs, contrasting sharply with their bikini-clad Spanish opponents. The match, which Spain won 2-0, highlighted the ongoing debate over athletic wear and religious expression in sports. Photos of the two teams embracing after the game quickly went viral, highlighting the not…