Get ready to spot some fiery style at the Paris Olympics! 🔥 Team China just revealed their podium uniforms for the 2024 Summer Games – and they’re blending tradition with sustainability in a major way. 🇨🇳
The sleek white-and-red outfits, sponsored by sportswear giant Anta, feature bold dragon motifs inspired by Chinese culture. 🐲 Fun fact: Athletes have rocked similar dragon-themed designs since the 2012 London Olympics, but this year’s version has an eco-twist! ♻️ The uniforms use recycled fibers like nylon and polyester to slash carbon emissions.
\"2024 is the Year of the Dragon in our culture – that’s got to be a lucky sign!\" 🍀 said Chinese boxer Li Qian at the Beijing unveiling. Two-time weightlifting champ Shi Zhiyong added: \"Our ‘King Squad’ aims to make these dragon outfits a common sight on podiums.\" 💪
Design nerds, take note 📝: The dragon patterns symbolize strength and heritage, while the red-and-white palette echoes China’s national colors. And with over 200 Olympic teams set to compete, these eye-catching uniforms might just become the Games’ most Instagrammable looks. 📸
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Podium uniforms for Team China at 2024 Summer Olympics unveiled
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