It may be fall, but these athletes are stripping down to their swimwear.
On Thursday, Sports Illustrated revealed an exclusive look at its Swimwear Issue 2025, starring a few trailblazing athletes.
The lineup includes the likes of sprinter Gabby Thomas, gymnast Suni Lee, golfer Nelly Korda and skier Eileen Gu, who all traveled to Boca Raton, Fla. for the steamy shoots, lensed by photographer Ben Horton.
“This remarkable group, featuring Olympic medalists, world champions, and record holders, embodies the next generation of all-stars poised to transform the world of sports,” said editor-in-chief MJ Day in a press release.
“They defy stereotypes and champion equality, inspiring young girls to envision themselves as both athletes and leaders,” Day continued. “At SI Swimsuit, we’ve always celebrated the future of women, and there’s no better way to honor these remarkable achievements than by featuring them on the pages of our issue.”
Thomas, 27, who wore a peach-hued one-piece from Haus of Pinklemonaid, made her Olympic debut in 2021 in Tokyo, where she earned a bronze medal in the 200m event and a silver in the 4×100 relay.
This summer in Paris, Thomas received three golds for the 200m, 4×100, and 4×400 relays.
Meanwhile, world-renowned gymnast Suni Lee donned a brown St. Agni bikini for the issue, showing off her Olympic ring tattoo on her forearm.
Her first Olympics was in Tokyo four years ago, followed by the Paris Olympics over the summer. Between both events, Lee, 21, has a handful of much-deserved medals.
Then there’s No. 1 female professional golfer Nelly Korda, who opted for a white two-piece with chain detail, courtesy of Vitamin A.
Recently named the 2024 Rolex Player of the Year by the LPGA, Korda is the third player since the late ’70s to win five consecutive events on the LPGA Tour.
Finally, the outlet showcased Eileen Gu, a freestyle skier and three-time Olympic medalist.
For the photoshoot, the 21-year-old, who is the first Chinese athlete to win a gold medal at the X Games, wore a Norma Kamali red one-piece suit.
With the Swimsuit Issue officially dropping in the spring, there will be plenty more athletes honored in coming weeks, per the mag, and it remains to be seen who will make the final covers.
2024 honorees included Gayle King, Brittany Mahomes, Chrissy Teigen, rugby player Ilona Maher and more.
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