Article 5KST3 Swimming caps for natural black hair ruled out of Olympic Games

Swimming caps for natural black hair ruled out of Olympic Games

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Priya Elan
from World news | The Guardian on (#5KST3)

International Swimming Federation rejects use of Soul Cap, saying it does not fit the natural form of the head'

Swimming caps designed for natural black hair created by a black-owned brand will not be allowed at the Olympics.

The hats, made by Soul Cap, which previously partnered with Alice Dearing, who last week qualified to become the first female black swimmer to represent Team GB at the Olympics, have been rejected by the International Swimming Federation (Fina).

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