iron lady

hi all!

this lovely woman is simply awesome! i guess she has proved something to us that women who wear headscarf can excel in sports. much has been discussed about Muslim women getting involved in sports and many wrong interpretations have come out especially from Western countries. Islam doesn't prevent women from taking part in sports competition as long as they follow the "rules". and Ruqaya Al Ghasara, a Bahrain sprinter has proved to Western people and non-believers out there that Islam is a moderate religion.

Ruqaya Al Ghasara says in an interview with BBC that she isn't held back by running in a hijab, or full Muslim headscarf. in fact, she says, it makes her even quicker. "Wearing traditional Muslim dress has encouraged me. it's not an obstacle - quite the opposite," said the iron lady who won the gold medal in the 200-metres Monday night in 23.19 seconds.

to Ruqaya, keep up the good work! you have made all Muslims proud! keep your feet on the ground and keep reaching for the stars!