Athletic Attire Gone Wrong: The Most Jaw-Dropping Moments In Sports History

Published on 09/07/2023
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Washed Away

Although small beach waves may not seem formidable, they are actually quite powerful. At least they are powerful enough to remove your garments. Surfer Stephanie Gilmore experienced it during a 2014 Vogue picture session, when some errant waves nearly took away her top. She was able to swiftly put it back on because the incident didn’t occur during a public competition, but we’re sure it still caught everyone off guard.

Washed Away

Washed Away

Oh, and did we also mention that she was riding a surfboard at the time, and she still made a full recovery? In all honesty, those balance abilities are quite astounding.

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Bobsledding Is Never A Dull Sport

While there aren’t many awkward positions and poses associated with bobsledding, there are a few. And this can result in some embarrassing wardrobe malfunctions. Gillian Cooke’s outfit ripped in one of the most inconvenient places just before she was about to launch in the 2010 Olympics. It’s one thing to have your pants ripped on national television, but to have them ripped in front of a global audience?

Bobsledding Is Never A Dull Sport

Bobsledding Is Never A Dull Sport

Fortunately, Cooke was a trooper and has stated that she now uses the situation to bond with new teammates. That is, without a doubt, the finest method to approach a situation like this.

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