Ralph Lauren outfits US Olympic team: Athletes praise designer's mix of style and national pride

Record ID: 1819340

  • Title: Ralph Lauren outfits US Olympic team: Athletes praise designer's mix of style and national pride
  • Date: 17th April 2024
  • Summary: NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK, UNITED STATES (APRIL 17, 2024) (REUTERS) JOURNALIST, DYLAN DREYER, PARA SWIMMER, JESSICA LONG, SKATEBOARDER, JAGGER EATON, BREAKDANCER, JEFFREY LOUIS, SAILOR, DANIELA MOROZ ON PANEL EATON, LOUIS AND MOROZ SITTING ON PANEL (SOUNDBITE) (English) PARA SWIMMER, JESSICA LONG, SAYING: (ON WHAT THE OPENING CEREMONY IS LIKE) “Oh my goodness, there is nothing like it, right? Your heart is beating so fast. You're chanting 'USA' with all of Team USA around you, and it is one of the most amazing feelings that you can experience and I've gotten to do it a few times. I normally compete the next day, so sometimes I have to watch it on TV. But there's nothing better than getting into your opening ceremony outfit and taking pictures and just realizing that all of the hard work was worth it, and that you just get to be a part of something so much bigger than just yourself.” (SOUNDBITE) (English) SKATEBOARDER, JAGGER EATON, SAYING: (ON THE IMPORTANCE OF FASHION WHILE COMPETING) “It's a big deal, especially on that Olympic stage, to go out and feel good about what you're wearing and feel good about competing in it. I'm so grateful to be, like I said, my lifestyle and what I wear on a daily basis is very similar to what I wear in contests. I'm very excited to do that.” (SOUNDBITE) (English) BREAKDANCER, JEFFREY LOUIS, SAYING: “Well, for me, breaking wise, whenever we compete, you want to compete in what feels good - what feels good, helps you perform well, and style is a huge part of breaking. It's part of hip-hop, it's embedded in hip-hop. So, in hip-hop we have these you have your own individual style and it carries on to breaking. You want to have your own individual style, your own individual look, flavor and all translate into your performance.” (SOUNDBITE) (English) PARA SWIMMER, JESSICA LONG, SAYING: “For me, I'd been competing since I was 12 years old in 2004, so I have seen how much sport and fashion has evolved over 20 years of still competing. I will never forget when Ralph Lauren came on board in 2008 and just how excited we were as athletes. I've gotten to experience all of it, right from opening to closing ceremony to being in the village and wearing our village wear. I can tell you with so much confidence that none of us want to trade our Ralph Lauren stuff because it is so classic and gorgeous.” EATON, LOUIS AND MOROZ SITTING ON PANEL (SOUNDBITE) (English) SAILOR, DANIELA MOROZ, SAYING: “I think it's just so special to be able to represent your country and wear your team gear abroad. I'm spending more time abroad, competing and training than at home during the year. So, to be able to put that flag on and have the stars and stripes and to have that on you while you're out competing wherever you are - your training or whatever you're doing - I think that’s so special. It's just a huge reminder of what a unique opportunity and environment this is, and how lucky you are to be there. It's just a reminder that you're competing and representing something that's so much bigger than yourself. I think just to be able to have Team USA on your gear, like when you're out competing abroad, is just so, so special.”
  • Embargoed: 1st May 2024 19:04
  • Keywords: clothing olympics paris ralph lauren summer united states
  • Location: NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK, UNITED STATES
  • City: NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK, UNITED STATES
  • Country: US
  • Topics: North America,Sport
  • Reuters ID: LVA001596817042024RP1
  • Aspect Ratio: 16:9
  • Story Text:American designer Ralph Lauren is once again outfitting the U.S. Olympic athletes who will compete during the summer games in Paris, July 26 - August 11.
    Para swimmer Jessica Long noted the unity and pride in wearing the team's attire, calling the Ralph Lauren collection "classic and gorgeous."
    Skateboarder Jagger Eaton emphasized the importance of feeling good in what one is wearing, while breakdancer Jeffrey Louis highlighted the fusion of style and performance.
    Sailor Daniela Moroz expressed the honor of representing one's country abroad, describing the experience as "special."
    These sentiments reflect the significant role Ralph Lauren's designs play in enhancing the Olympic experience, combining style, identity, and national pride.
    (Production: Maria Alejandra Cardona, Alicia Powell)
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