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Emma Raducanu, Suni Lee, and 12 Other Athletes Who Would Make an Epic Halloween Costume

14/10/2021 - 03:13 PM

After playing to empty stadiums for the better part of a year — if they were able to play at all – athletes were more than ready to turn the page and kick off the competition in 2021. And wow, has it been a hell of year for sports. We saw history made at the postponed Tokyo Olympics, from Katie Ledecky [1]'s historic 1,500-meter gold medal swim [2] to basketball players Sue Bird and Diana Taurasi winning their fifth straight Olympic gold [3]. Athletes shined in other venues, too — who could forget underdogs Emma Raducanu [4] and Leylah Fernandez battling it out at the US Open, marking the first all-teen Grand Slam final in 22 years [5]?

Suffice to say, there's no shortage of Halloween [6] costume inspiration from the world of sports. Learn how to re-create 2021's most talked-about sports moments in the slides ahead.

Katie Ledecky

In Tokyo, three-time Olympian Katie Ledecky [7] added four medals to her already impressive collection, including a record sixth career individual gold [8] — more than any other woman in her sport. Here's how to dress up as one of USA Swimming's biggest stars.

Hunter Woodhall and Tara Davis

Two-time Paralympian Hunter Woodhall and Olympian Tara Davis are engaged [12]! The track and field superstars shared the news just a few months after they stole America's hearts at the US Olympic Trials, where Woodhall famously scooped Davis up in his arms after she qualified for Tokyo [13]. Here's what you and your partner will need to nail the look.

For Hunter:

For Tara:

Simone Biles

Simone Biles is undeniably the greatest gymnast of all time, but this year, her advocacy took centre stage, cementing a legacy far greater than any gold, silver, or bronze medal (and she has plenty [23] of those, too). This Halloween [24], rep her limited-edition red, white, and blue leotard.

Emma Raducanu

Eighteen-year-old Emma Raducanu [28] captured the world's attention when she put on the performance of a lifetime at the 2021 US Open, becoming the first British woman to win a major title since 1977 [29]. Here's what you'll need to replicate her championship look.

Carli Lloyd

It's official: two-time World Cup champion and three-time Olympic medalist Carli Lloyd [34] will hang up her cleats at the end of the NWSL season. Lloyd has worn the number 10 on the US women's national team for more than 15 years, scoring 134 international goals. Pay homage to one of the greatest football players of all time by sporting her jersey this Halloween [35].

Jessica Long

Swimmer Jessica Long has won an astonishing 29 Paralympic medals [40] since first qualifying at the age of 12. She earned five of those medals this year in Tokyo, so when she was asked to present at the Emmys, Long had the perfect accessory to go with her gold shimmery dress.

Allyson Felix

Five-time Olympian Allyson Felix scored two Olympic medals in Tokyo, becoming the most decorated Olympian in women's track and field history [43]. Off the track, she's a true champion, constantly using her platform to bring awareness to the inequities women — and especially mothers — face. If you're feeling inspired (obviously), here's how to re-create her podium look.

Naomi Osaka

Viewers around the world cheered when it was finally revealed that four-time Grand Slam champion Naomi Osaka [47] would light the Olympic cauldron in Tokyo. Get the party started this Halloween [48] by drawing inspiration from her opening-ceremony look, complete with a homemade or inflatable torch.

Sue Bird and Megan Rapinoe

Look up couple goals in the dictionary, and you'll find basketball star Sue Bird and her fiancé, USWNT forward Megan Rapinoe. This legendary pair cheer each other on from the sidelines as much as their schedules will allow, and this summer in Tokyo, that meant that Rapinoe got to watch as Bird won a record fifth Olympic gold. Here's how you and your partner can re-create their sweet celebration [52].

For Sue:

For Megan:

Tatyana McFadden

Tatyana McFadden [59] made the podium three times at the Tokyo Paralympics — bringing her career Paralympic medal count to 20 — then turned around and raced four major marathons this fall, placing first and second in Chicago and Boston, which took place on consecutive days. Badass? We think so.

Carissa Moore

In September, just weeks after she captured the first-ever Olympic gold medal in surfing [63], Hawaii native Carissa Moore [64] won her fifth World Surf League championship. It's safe to say she's had a pretty rad year. You'll get cool points, too, if you can convince some friends to hoist you atop their shoulders this Halloween [65].

Suni Lee

Gymnast Suni Lee is conquering the world one flip (and one fabulous dress) at a time. Lee won gold [70] in the Olympic women's all-around competition just two months ago, and since then, she's attended her first Met Gala and become a contestant on the current season of Dancing With the Stars [71]. Below, find everything you need to re-create her iconic gold Met Gala dress.


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