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The role beards play in professional sport

After 49 years with a very strict no beard policy, the New York Yankees have finally lifted their...

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15.13 28 Feb 2025


The role beards play in professional sport


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15.13 28 Feb 2025


After 49 years with a very strict no beard policy, the New York Yankees have finally lifted their facial hair embargo, to much fanfare in America. But, why was such a ban in place, and why do beards play such a significant role in professional sport?

Gavan Casey, Sports journalist with the 42, has been investigating, and he joins Seán to discuss.

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