Proscrit par certaines fédérations sportives comme au football, autorisé par d’autres comme au handball, le port du voile divise depuis plusieurs années le sport français.
The French government supports a Senate bill to ban the wearing of veils by female athletes in sports, aiming to enforce secularism in competitions. The bill, which passed with significant support, has sparked debate, with opposition arguing it could infringe on religious freedom and stigmatize Muslim women. The Senate is divided, with the left criticizing the move as discriminatory. This issue has historical roots, highlighted during the 2024 Olympics when a compromise allowed an athlete to wear a hijab.
