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What is the Team GB Tokyo 2020 Olympics kit and can I buy it?

TEAM GB has unveiled their new kit for the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.

The design features red, white and blue from the Union flag. Here's what we know about it.

Team GB athletes model the new kit by Adidas that will be worn at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games
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Team GB athletes model the new kit by Adidas that will be worn at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic GamesCredit: PA

What is the Team GB Tokyo Olympics kit?

Team GB's kit for Tokyo 2020 was unveiled in May 2021.

The range - designed by Adidas's in-house team - features a deconstructed Union flag.

A bold red band is displayed at waist height - just like the horizontal part of the cross on the UK flag.

It is surrounded by triangular blue shapes and red slashes.

According to the village wear designs also feature lion graphics alongside the national flowers of England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland.

It incorporates Japanese iconography in a nod to the host city.

The collection includes competition wear across all sports, such as athletics, gymnastics, skateboarding and football.

It includes a Team GB vest, T-shirt, cycling top, football shirt, hoodie and jacket, as well as leggings, shorts, skorts and caps.

Two time gold medallist Jade Jones proudly wears her Adidas designed Team GB kit for Toyko 2020
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Two time gold medallist Jade Jones proudly wears her Adidas designed Team GB kit for Toyko 2020Credit: Getty

What is HEAT.RDY?

Not only does the kit make a statement in terms of fashion but it also features the latest technology from Adidas.

The kit features HEAT.RDY technology, which is designed to keep the athlete cool in hot environments.

states that HEAT.RDY is powered by cooling materials, moisture wicking technology and intuitive design.

It allows the air to keep flowing during activity leaving the wearer feeling cool and dry.

The Japan Games are expected to be one of the hottest on record, with temperatures ranging from 31C to 36C.

Can I buy the Team GB 2020 kit?

Yes, you can support the Tokyo athletes by buying the kit at the TeamGB shop.

Caps and visors are priced at £17.95 and £19.95 respectively, with adult clothing starting at £24.95.

You can even select a sport to purchase a specially designed .

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You can shop the full men's, women's and kids' collections .

Check out our Adidas discount codes.

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