Olympian stood down from competition for wearing mankini at showjumping event

The 50-year-old Australian, who hopes to represent his country at the Paris Games later this year, has apologised for any offence caused
Australian Shane Rose hopes to compete at Paris 2024 (Adam Davy/PA)

Australian Shane Rose hopes to compete at Paris 2024 (Adam Davy/PA)

Three-time Olympic medallist Shane Rose has been stood down from competition after wearing a mankini during a showjumping event.

The 50-year-old Australian, who hopes to represent his country at the Paris Games later this year, has apologised for any offence caused by his outfit choice at Wallaby Hill near Sydney last weekend.

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