VOICED: Fasting while competing, a hard choice of Muslim Olympians

Muslim athletes at the Olympics face challenges balancing training and fasting during Ramadan. Some athletes choose not to fast on competition days, supported by religious leaders. The International Olympic Committee did not reschedule the games but ensured 24/7 food availability. The Olympics conclude before Eid al-Fitr, allowing athletes to celebrate the end of Ramadan.

How have athletes adjusted their training schedules during Ramadan?

• By training during the day

• By skipping training sessions

• By training late at night

• By training early in the morning

What is the condition under which athletes are allowed to postpone fasting during Ramadan?

• If the fast lasts more than 18 hours

• If the fast lasts more than 16 hours

• If the fast lasts more than 20 hours

• If the fast lasts more than 12 hours

Which countries have given athletes permission to postpone fasting during Ramadan?

• Morocco, Algeria, and Egypt

• Saudi Arabia, Iran, and Iraq

• Turkey, Jordan, and Syria

• Pakistan, India, and Bangladesh

What was the International Olympic Committee's response to requests for changing the games' schedule?

• They agreed to change the schedule

• They refused the request

• They postponed the games

• They canceled the games

What provision has been made for athletes in the Olympic Village during Ramadan?

• Special prayer rooms

• 24/7 dining facilities

• Free transportation

• Extended rest periods