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‘Iconic’: Aussie Diamonds Player Defends Controversial Dress
Fans say the dresses ride up during play, and the Diamonds are considering alterations after winning their first two matches by 165 goals.
- During the Commonwealth Games, the Australian Diamonds are dominating competition while their one-piece uniforms draw viral criticism for riding up during matches, forcing players to constantly adjust the fabric.
- The Sun newspaper in the UK called the kit a "kit-astrophe," while other outlets dubbed it a wardrobe "malfunction," with viewers noting the dresses are too short for the players.
- Sophie Garbin, a 29-year-old West Australian, defended the Valour-designed uniforms, saying the team loves them despite admitting she is "always tugging" the dress during play.
- Despite Garbin's support, reports suggest the team is considering alterations to the uniform before facing Malawi on Tuesday, per Code Sports.
- The Diamonds have scored 165 goals across two matches, defeating Tonga and England while pursuing back-to-back gold medals in Commonwealth Games history.
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Controversy arose regarding the exposure and discomfort of the uniforms worn by the Australian women's netball team during the Commonwealth Games. In response, player Sophie Garvin emphasized the players' high satisfaction with the uniforms and defended them directly through a social media video, refuting the controversy.
Are the jerseys of this netball national team really too short? The players say no.
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