New US Olympic uniform considered sexist by athletes

The United States track and field team’s uniforms for the Paris Olympics, which begin on July 26, It attracted the attention of sportsmen, not because of its quality, but because of its exaggerated shape. Clothing by Nike, Social media has come under fire for its sexualization of women.

On Instagram, she was the United States track and field champion in the 5,000 meters in 2006 and 2010. Lauren Fleshman questioned the effectiveness of the costume and pointed out the discomfort it caused the contestants.

“Professional athletes can compete without devoting much energy to constant monitoring of the private area. [se aparece ou não] Or having the mental burden of exposing the entire most vulnerable part of your body […] If this clothing was truly useful for physical performance, men would wear it. This is not an elite track and field uniform. It is a garment created by the patriarchy, where women’s sports have no place,” she wrote.

On Instagram, the American middle-distance runner who competed at the 2016 Rio Games, Colleen Quigley highlighted the need for comfortable uniforms for athletes. “Everybody who competes for Team USA deserves a uniform that they feel comfortable in and don’t have to worry about being self-conscious about,” he said.

American long jumper Tara Davis-Woodhall, who competed in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, added: “My genitalia will be exposed,” she commented.

In response, Nike said in a memo to Reuters that for the Paris Games, Offers options for athletes that include both swimming trunks and shorts, a diversity not offered at the Tokyo Games. The company also highlights the brand’s athletic uniforms for men and women Cover almost 50 pieces of clothing and 12 different styles for specific events.