Criticised at home, praised abroad: Czech Olympic outfits draw attention at Milan–Cortina opening ceremony

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The ceremonial outfits prepared for Czech athletes for the Winter Olympics in Milan–Cortina, featuring shorts and brightly coloured sweaters, faced criticism at home ahead of the Games. But at the opening ceremony last Friday, they drew attention as well as international praise.

The outfits worn by Czech athletes during the parade did not go unnoticed.

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Author: Ruth Fraňková, Anna Kubišta