Amir Peled questions decision to send Hadar Yakobi to World Cup

Commentator Amir Peled expresses puzzlement over the selection of Hadar Yakobi to represent Israel at the World Cup, according to Israel Hayom.

Commentator Amir Peled published a piece in Israel Hayom reflecting on the decision to send Hadar Yakobi to the World Cup. Peled writes that he initially did not understand the rationale but changed his view after seeing something about her. The column touches on representation and media coverage of Israeli figures at international events.

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