Farah Ann - What Should She Wear?

GYMNAST Farah Ann Abdul Hadi blitzed the Southeast Asian Games held in Singapore recently where she managed to bring home six medals, including two gold, for Malaysia. 

 

However, instead of being praised for her impressive achievement, she was criticized for the clothing she wore while performing the sport. It was like those who criticized her were too busy looking at the 21-year-old’s private part then admiring her outstanding performance.

Pretty smile of Farah Ann

Federal MP Jamil Khir Baharom announced a review of “Islamic compliance for clothing used for sports and other fields” following complaints the shape of Abdul Hadi’s “aurat” (genitalia) could be seen through her standard-issue purple leotard.

The politician, who has the Islamic Affairs portfolio, told parliament that it was the responsibility of all Muslims, regardless of gender, to cover their “aurat”.

The head of the National Muslim Youth Association’s female wing, Roszida Kamaruddin, also released a statement condemning Farah Ann Abdul Hadi’s costume.

“Women should not be stopped from sports, but they must prioritise the Islamic codes in sports attire,” she said.

“Furthermore, there are many Muslim female athletes who succeed even by covering their aurat.”

Senior Islamic cleric Perak Mufti Tan Sri Harussani Zakaria suggested the gymnastics was not an appropriate sport for Muslim women.

“If Muslim women want to participate in gymnastics, they have to find outfits which cover the aurat and this, in turn, might not be suitable for the sport,” he told Astro Awani. He also said Muslim men playing football should have to wear shorts that cover their knees.

Source: news.com.au