OCM will redesign Olympic contingent's attire after public backlash

Old design stripped as OCM will come out with a new pattern for the Olympic Games-bound team's apparel. - Bernama

PETALING JAYA: The Olympic Council of Malaysia (OCM) will be redesigning the national contingent’s apparel for the Paris Olympics after it received backlash from the public.

In a statement released on Friday, OCM president Tan Sri Norza Zakaria said the governing body will improve the existing design which will best symbolise Malaysia's status and meet the public’s expectations.

“OCM have decided to improve the design to clearly symbolise the Tiger motif on the jackets and the coloured OCM logo to honour the Jalur Gemilang.

“OCM express their utmost gratitude to all stakeholders and sports fans who have shown concern about the launch event and the design of the official attire for the Malaysian contingent by providing constructive criticism and suggestions.

“We hope that all Malaysians will join in praying for the national contingent’s success with full spirit and unity, as demonstrated in providing feedback on the official attire,” he said.

Last weekend, OCM unveiled the gold-themed outfits with tiger stripe designs which were meant to reflect Malaysia’s relentless pursuit of gold medals.

The outfits drew flak online with social media users calling the designs “ugly” and “cheap-looking.”