What is the topic of Islam and sports?
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Islam has emphasized sports for strengthening bodies and preparing generations, as evidenced by the Prophet's (peace be upon him) horse racing, his command to practice archery, and other examples. Practicing sports in Islam has foundations and regulations, including: choosing trustworthy trainers, observing religious limits such as covering one's 'awrah, ensuring it does not distract from more important matters, and abandoning pre-Islamic tribalism.
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