Norway Delivers Victory for Female Athletes

The International Handball Federation has updated its regulations, allowing female beach handball players to wear short tight pants and a body fit tank top instead of bikinis. This change follows public outrage after Norway's team was fined for wearing shorts. Previously, female players had to wear midriff-bearing tops and bikini bottoms, while male players could wear tank tops and shorts. The new rules aim to address gender disparities in sports attire.

What prompted the International Handball Federation to change the attire regulations for female players?

• A new fashion trend

• A decision by the Norwegian team

• A request from the players

• Widespread outrage over fines

What will female beach handball players be required to wear starting January 2022?

• Full-length tracksuits

• Loose shorts and a t-shirt

• Bikinis

• Short tight pants and a body fit tank top

What was the previous attire requirement for female players?

• Dresses

• Full-length pants and long-sleeve shirts

• Midriff-bearing tops and bikini bottoms

• Shorts and tank tops

What is the maximum length allowed for male players' shorts?

• 2 inches above the knee

• 4 inches above the knee

• 6 inches above the knee

• 8 inches above the knee

How do the attire regulations differ between male and female players?

• Female players can wear longer shorts than male players

• Male players have more relaxed attire regulations

• Both have the same attire requirements

• Male players must wear bikinis