Australian boxer Tina Rahimi on praying, punching and fighting in the face of Islamophobia

Europe Sports Tue, 21 Jul 2026 05:38:34 GMT High confidence — 76/100

Australian boxer Tina Rahimi used to have a lot of nerves when she walked out to a fight.
It wasn't because she was anxious about copping a glove to the face or her own ability in throwing a punch the other way.
It was because of a piece of clothing: her hijab.

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Australian boxer Tina Rahimi used to have a lot of nerves when she walked out to a fight.
It wasn't because she was anxious about copping a glove to the face or her own ability in throwing a punch the other way.
It was because of a piece of clothing: her hijab.

Sources: ABC Australia