Egypt's Olympic volleyball duo defiantly competed fully-clothed in the Olympic  games today - before slamming a hijab ban France has imposed on its own athletes.

Images of Egyptian athletes Marwa Abdelhady and Doaa Elghobashy sporting an all back outfit and hijab, playing against bikini-clad Liliana Fernandez Steiner and Paula Soria Gutierrez of Spain have gone viral for their stark contrast in competition gear.

Following Egypt's 2-0 loss to Spain today, the pair were seen embracing in their long-sleeve top, leggings, and headscarf while the Spanish duo celebrated their victory in tight red bikinis and matching sun visors.

It comes after France banned their team members from wearing hijabs, with the country's sports minister, Amelie Oudea-Castera, saying the move was made to help respect principles of secularism.