ASICS and the Australian Olympic Committee (AOC) unveiled the Australian Olympic Team's uniforms for Paris 2024, featuring an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander print showcasing works by Indigenous artists Paul Fleming ("Walking Together") and David Bosun ("Ngalmum Danalaig") at Yurong Point (Mrs Macquarie’s Chair) in Sydney's Botanic Gardens.
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00:08 The thrilling dramatic tension is rising as we wait to see the debut of these uniforms,
00:13 but Anna Mears, whom I trust implicitly, assures me that they are brilliant.
00:18 So congratulations to everybody involved in making this such an occasion.
00:23 Seriously, ASICS and our Olympians should be proud of wearing uniforms
00:26 that feature the most Indigenous prints in summer Olympic history.
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00:41 I think, well this is the first time we've had a dress,
00:43 so I know the girls are going to be really excited to be able to wear a dress.
00:47 The conditions in Paris are going to be quite hot and humid
00:50 and just having something lightweight to chuck on is perfect for when we're over there.
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