Why the OK hand gesture is sparking World Cup controversy (opens original article in a new tab)

The OK hand gesture, associated with white supremacy, sparked controversy at the World Cup after an official was seen making it, leading to debates over its meaning and appropriate response.

• The OK hand gesture is linked to white supremacist symbols and caused controversy at the World Cup
• An Australian official was accused of using the gesture during a match, leading to calls for his removal
• FIFA ruled the gesture did not breach disciplinary codes, but monitoring groups criticized the incident