A celebrated champion in winter sports encountered an unplanned reveal while attending a major athletic awards ceremony this week. While posing for photographers, a sudden gust of wind caught the dramatic high slit of her gown, momentarily exposing her undergarments.
The athlete’s sister, who was accompanying her, was quick to assist, helping to adjust the elegant, strapless purple dress and manage the wardrobe issue discreetly. The moment was brief, and the composure of both women ensured it did not overshadow the evening.
The star was among the nominees for a significant comeback award at the event, a category featuring several other prominent female athletes. Although she did not win the trophy this year, she had publicly expressed honor at the nomination and praised the eventual winner for her own impressive return to competition.
Later in the evening, the Olympian changed into a different, eye-catching silver outfit for her appearances inside the venue and at a post-event dinner.
This is not the first time the champion has dealt with a similar red carpet incident, having experienced a comparable situation nearly a decade prior at another high-profile gala. On that occasion, she also handled the unexpected moment with a smile and good humor, later joking about her hopes to avoid future fashion mishaps at formal events.
