The ongoing Olympics in Paris has seen its fair share of drama, but one unexpected storyline involves Luana Alonso, a 20-year-old Paraguayan swimmer. Alonso, one of the striking faces of the 2024 Games, has been told to leave the athletes’ village due to her allegedly distracting presence.
Luana Alonso’s Exit from the Athletes’ Village
Alonso arrived in Paris as part of the Paraguayan swimming team. Despite her efforts, she failed to qualify for the semi-finals in the 100m butterfly, finishing sixth in her event. While this result ended her competitive journey, it did not initially affect her stay at the athletes’ village, where athletes from various disciplines live, socialize, and train together until the games conclude.
However, Alonso’s stay was cut short when Larissa Schaerer, the general manager of the Paraguay team, decided that Alonso’s presence was having an inappropriate effect on her teammates. Schaerer claimed that Alonso was distracting the team, leading to her being asked to leave the village. According to TMZ, Alonso initially requested to leave, and Schaerer agreed. Surprisingly, Alonso returned the next day, seemingly unperturbed, but was promptly told to leave again.
Retirement Announcement and Emotional Farewell
Following her departure from the village, Alonso announced her retirement from swimming. She took to Instagram to share her decision, posting a poignant message alongside an image of herself in her swim gear, visibly overwhelmed by her defeat. “It’s official now! I’m retiring from swimming. Thank you all so much for the support! Sorry Paraguay [red heart emoji]. I only have to thank you!” she wrote.
In a separate post, Alonso expressed her deep appreciation for the sport that had given her so much. She thanked swimming for teaching her valuable life lessons such as perseverance, sacrifice, and discipline. Alonso also cherished the friendships and experiences she had gained, concluding her message with a hopeful, “It’s not goodbye, it’s see you soon.”
The Controversy Extends to Chrissy Teigen
Alonso was not the only one facing scrutiny for her appearance at the Paris Games. Model and TV personality Chrissy Teigen also attracted attention, and criticism, for her choice of attire during the Olympics Opening Ceremonies. Teigen, known for her bold fashion choices, wore a revealing two-piece outfit that sparked a significant backlash on social media.
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Chrissy Teigen’s Bold Outfit and Public Reaction
Teigen attended the Opening Ceremonies with her family, donning an olive green knitted blazer with matching bikini-like bottoms. While her husband John Legend and their children were more conservatively dressed, Teigen’s outfit drew ire from many fans. Her Instagram post featuring the outfit received over 500,000 likes, but the comment section was filled with criticisms. “Girl, put some pants on. That’s not appropriate at all,” wrote one user. Others echoed similar sentiments, questioning the appropriateness of her attire for such a prestigious event.
Teigen’s Response to the Criticism
Despite the negative comments, Teigen remained unfazed. She responded to one critic with a sarcastic “Thanks for sharing!” and appeared to enjoy her time at the Olympics. Teigen shared photos of her family’s experience, including a memorable snap with Snoop Dogg, one of the torchbearers at the event.
Beauty and the Olympics: A Double Standard?
The incidents involving Luana Alonso and Chrissy Teigen highlight an ongoing issue with the perception of beauty and appropriateness in high-profile events like the Olympics. While the games celebrate athletic prowess and international camaraderie, it seems that the appearance of certain women can still provoke controversy and distract from their accomplishments.
As the Paris Olympics continue, it raises the question of who might be the next to face criticism for their appearance. For now, both Alonso and Teigen have shown resilience in the face of public scrutiny, focusing on their personal journeys and experiences.