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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Neil Pooran

Long, curly hair and loose clothing could cost athletes gold medal – research

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Long, curly hair and loose clothing can significantly reduce the performance of athletes taking part in long jump and 100-metre sprints, research has found.

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