Deputy Youth and Sports Minister Steven Sim said there is no compulsion for athletes to wear Shariah-compliant attire. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 12 — There is no compulsion for athletes to wear Shariah-compliant attire, the Dewan Negara was told today.

Deputy Youth and Sports Minister Steven Sim Chee Keong said, however, athletes competing at international sporting events were subjected to dress code set by the respective sports governing bodies.