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IOC rule against kneeling breaches human rights - Global Athlete

IOC rule against kneeling breaches human rights - Global Athlete
The practice of kneeling during the anthem was started by former NFL star Colin Kaepernick (right) in 2016 to highlight racial inequality [Image: BBC]

An international athlete-led movement says an International Olympic Committee rule that bans competitors from kneeling in support of anti-racism protests breaches human rights.

Rule 50 of the Olympic Charter states political, religious or racial propaganda is not permitted in Olympic sites and athletes could face bans.

IOC guidelines issued in January said this included taking a knee.

Global Athlete said this was "a clear breach of human rights".

[Source: BBC]

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