Afro swimming cap approved after Olympic Ban

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Swimming caps designed for thick or afro hairs have been approved for use in top tier competitions, reports BBC.

The manufacturer Soul Cap is excited to launch its product to competitors in hopes of promoting diversity and inclusivity.

"We're excited to see the future of a sport that's becoming more inclusive, and it is very important that all aquatic athletes have access to the appropriate swimwear", they said.

Afro hair is naturally drier than other hair because it has fewer cell layers. The sodium hypochlorite - or bleach - found in swimming pools can dry it out more, leading to damage.

Last year, Soul Cap said Fina had told them the hats weren't suitable because they didn't follow "the natural form of the head".

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