Gymnast Farah Ann encouraged to ignore 'extremists'


Farah Ann performing during the floor exercise event at the 28th SEA Games at Bishan Sports Hall in Singapore.

PETALING JAYA: Despite winning a gold medal at the SEA games, Malaysian gymnast Farah Ann Abdul Hadi has been handed brickbats from some quarters over her leotard.

Facebook users have criticised the 21-year-old athlete for "showing her aurat”, saying that she should have dressed more decently. 

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