The Tokyo Olympics officially banned “African hair” from wearing swimming caps-the official committee stated that “elite athletes don’t need such a big swimming cap”

#Roommates, we are only a few weeks away from 2021 Tokyo OlympicsAs the world’s top athletes prepare to compete for medals on the largest stage in the world, a new report has sparked controversy. It was recently confirmed that the Tokyo Olympics officially banned “African hair” swimming caps-all because the committee believes that “elite athletes” do not need them.

@YahooNews reports, although many people are very excited Finally enjoy The Tokyo Olympics, which were postponed for a full year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, have just emerged from another accusation of discrimination about the world’s largest sporting event. The International Water Sports Competition Federation (FINA), which is part of the Olympic Committee, recently banned the application of the British company Soul Cap’s swimming cap, requiring its swimming cap to be officially used by Olympic swimmers with natural “African hair.” “

What is the reason for the decision? Well, the FINA claims that they have decided to ban people with African hairstyles or other natural hairstyles from wearing swimming caps because “elite athletes do not need such a big hat”. In response to the FINA’s decision, the Black Swimming Association stated that it was “disappointing” and “will undoubtedly prevent many young athletes from participating in competitive swimming”.

In addition, Soul Cap founders Michael Chapman and Toks Ahmed also have something to say about discriminatory practices. “If the governing body stops suitable swimwear, how can we achieve participation and representation in the world of competitive swimmers? [from] Serve the underrepresented? [This] It may prevent many young athletes from making progress in local, county and national swimming competitions and stop engaging in the sport,” they said in a joint statement.

FINA followed up with the Tokyo Olympic Committee and added that they “do not allow any discrimination against national federations or individuals.” The Olympic Games officially started on July 23.

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