Novak Djokovic, the world’s #1 ranked men’s tennis player, has plunged Australia into a fierce and ugly debate after he revealed earlier this week that he received a travel exemption to play in the 2022 Australian Open.

It’s not particularly clear on what basis the 34-year-old Serb, who has repeatedly expressed anti-vaccination sentiments and has refused to reveal his COVID-19 vaccination status, received his exemption. Australian Open organisers and the Victorian state government have confirmed the exemption and explained that a review found Djokovic had “a genuine medical condition that meets the criteria for an exemption”, although neither they nor Djokovic have revealed what that condition is.

This has caused a shitstorm online, with scores of Aussies furious about this decision – particularly as it seems to not only fly in the face of the health advice and previous statements from Victorian premier Dan Andrews – but one journo has gone farther than others.

“Everybody attending the Australian Open has a patriotic duty to boo Djokovic for the entirety of his stay,” ABC sports journalist Samantha Lewis tweets.

“This is an obscene decision and organisers should be f*cking ashamed of themselves. After everything we (and Victorians especially) have sacrificed and suffered over the past two years, it’s suddenly fine for [Djokovic] to waltz in and undermine our social contract and totally dismiss the point of it all?”

“If he has health issues that mean he can’t be vaccinated, he shouldn’t be coming to a country where COVID is out of control and people are waiting hours for basic testing.”

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Sports reporter Bernie Coen has been similarly pointed about the decision, calling it a “farce”:

“Novak gets [an] exemption to play but some Aussies can’t even fly interstate to see dying loved ones. Fair dinkum disgraceful… a big up yours from sports officials and the [government] to Aussies to allow this.”

The decision is also hard to fathom in light of the other big international sporting event currently taking place in Australia this summer, The Ashes, where both the Australian and English teams were required to be fully vaccinated before they could travel to and around Australia for the test series.

As The Evening Standard’s Will Macpherson put it, “If I was an England cricketer subjected to an unnecessary quarantine to enter Australia, I would see Novax’s exemption as a slap in the face. Sure they won’t be the only ones.”

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The double standard doesn’t stop there. Comedian and TV star Dave Hughes has pointed out that, apparently unlike players, spectators at the Australian Open are required to be double vaxxed, joking that there’s “no jab, no entry”.

In short, people are furious. You do have to wonder what sort of reception Djokovic will indeed receive at the Open when it kicks off in just over a week…

Of course, this isn’t a black and white situation. If Djokovic does indeed have a medical condition or other extenuating circumstances that would genuinely prevent him from being vaccinated, that changes the discussion somewhat. It might also change our perception of Djokovic.

As AFL legend Kevin Bartlett puts it, “Novak Djokovic is the greatest tennis player ever. Forget Laver, Agassi, Federer, Sampras, Nadal, McEnroe, Connors and Borg for Novak has won 20 Grand Slams and 87 titles and a billion dollars without us knowing he had a debilitating medical problem.”

Although, as The New York Times’ Ben Rothenberg argues, “what ‘acute major medical condition’… could a healthy No.1-ranked athlete have?”

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The big issue here is the uncertainty and lack of clarity. What is actually wrong with Novak, what is his vaccination status, and why is he being so cagey about it? Moreover, why are the rules like this? Should they not be tougher, or clearer, or more consistent?

One of the biggest lessons that many of us haven’t learned over the last two years is that when it comes to COVID, consistency and clarity are paramount. Regardless of your take on Djokovic or vaccines more broadly, we can all agree that a lack of clarity and the rampant speculation that it generates doesn’t do anyone any favours.

UPDATE: In a dramatic turn of events, Djokovic’s visa has been cancelled by the federal government. Djokovic, who flew in from Dubai on Wednesday night, endured an 11-hour-long grilling by border force agents at Melbourne airport, has been told to leave the country.

“Mr Djokovic’s visa has been cancelled. Rules are rules, especially when it comes to our borders. No one is above these rules”, Prime Minister Scott Morrison tweeted this morning.

It’s caused somewhat of an international stir, with the Serbian President even weighing in on the matter. Novak’s apparently going to challenge the decision in the Victorian courts, but it’s clear to see this whole thing is a bit of a shambles.

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It’s no secret that people like to drink. Date night, a celebration, a casual session with friends, you name it, there’s an excuse to drink for it. And, while you’ll like to head to a pub or regulation bar for most of these, you can’t deny an evening can be made that little bit extra special by paying a visit to a cocktail bar.It can be all too easy to confuse a cocktail bar with a bar and to be honest, there isn’t a huge amount separating the two. However, cocktail bars will – naturally – put a stronger emphasis on their cocktail selection, with bartenders being more devoted to the craft of creating inventive drinks, using flavours and ingredients you’ve either never heard of, or would never assume would work in a drink. Australia is a strong supporter of cocktail culture, with many bartenders pursuing years-long careers working in various bars or even opening their own.Sydney and Melbourne may both have bustling city nightlife and their own cocktail bar brethren, but head up the coast to Brisbane and you’ll encounter an entirely different (decidedly more laidback) lifestyle. It’s this fun and vibing attitude that makes Brisbane’s cocktail bars some of the coolest around, so you’re going to want to devote some time to try them all out. Your tastebuds will thank you.

The Gresham Bar

It might operate as a cafe by day, but it’s when the sun goes down that you’ll want to visit The Gresham Bar. Not only is it a venue steeped in history – it was originally commissioned for the Queensland National Bank in 1881 – and taking its name from the former Gresham Hotel which used to reside around the corner. The menu is equally alluring with an extensive list of cocktail concoctions that make use of ingredients including coconut oil, macadamia nut and lemon curd.The Gresham is also somewhere to visit if you love whisky, as it has a range that represents the major whisky-producing nations and covers three pages of the menu.Address: 308 Queen Street, Brisbane City, 4000Phone: 0437 360 158

Legends Speakeasy Bar

In true and authentic speakeasy fashion, Legends is modelled on 1920s Prohibition. Once you find the venue and head through the black door, you’ll be transported into a new (old) decade filled with the sounds of jazz and blues music, accompanied by predominantly rum-based cocktails. Of course, if rum isn’t your thing, the mixologist working their magic behind the bar will be able to make you anything you desire.Address: Cnr Ann Street & North Quay, Brisbane City, 4000Phone: 07 3237 2563

Lychee Lounge

Longstanding Lychee Lounge doesn’t just specialise in the Chinese fruit, but rather, consistently serves up an incredible selection of cocktails. So good, in fact, they’ve kept the bar in business for over 15 years, cementing is a local favourite and ‘must-visit’ destination for any visitors. House signature drinks are refreshing and inventive, while all the classics are made to an unbelievably high standard.Address: 2/94 Boundary Street, West End, 4101Phone: 0411 888 561

Savile Row

From the same group behind another of Brisbane’s coolest bars, Cobbler, is Savile Row, which yes, does take its name from the famous tailor-lined street in London. It’s a speakeasy-style bar, being hidden behind an orange door that gives way to an incredibly well-stocked bar inside. A mezzanine level hosts a number of booths and candle-lit tables, but you can also grab a seat at the bar where you can witness first hand the cocktail making wizardry performed by the bartending team.Address: 667 Ann Street, Fortitude Valley, 4006

Press Club

Name us a more iconic duo than cocktails and live music, we’ll wait. That’s exactly what you’ll find at Press Club, one of Fortitude Valley’s best-loved bars that makes you feel right at home as soon as you walk through the doors. You can not only be guaranteed of a perfectly made cocktail from of the very best bartenders in the whole of Australia, but you’ll also be guaranteed of a great night, with regular live music such as RnB, a night at Press Club will be one to remember.Address: 339 Brunswick Street, Fortitude Valley, 4006Phone: 07 3852 5000

Maker

Make no mistake, Maker is a small bar, it’s a fact it alludes to itself on the website. But what it lacks in size it makes up for in a huge atmosphere. Maker lets the drinks do the talking – and you over a few – as you’ll find barely any decorative objects insight, instead just black, minimalistic walls. The bartenders are practically alchemists, putting together cocktails using their own infused spirits that use Australian ingredients where possible. You won’t find another bar quite like it.Address: 9 Fish Lane, South Brisbane, 4101

Death & Taxes

Despite being tucked away down Brisbane’s oldest laneway, it’s hard to miss this old-world cocktail bar, thanks in no small part to the large Grim Reaper mural painted on the wall outside. Once inside you’re presented with the classic stylings of underground bars, including high bar with stools and more intimate leather booths. It’s not a huge space by any means, by the team behind Death & Taxes manages to cram in over 1,000 spirit bottles, around a third of which are whiskies.The menu (which you can buy your own copy of) is full of salacious signature cocktails, including the team’s own spin on an Old Fashioned, which includes Manzanilla and Apple Caramel. Need we say more?Address: 36 Burnett Lane, Brisbane City, 400Phone: 0428 964 197

Laruche

For a night of over the top opulence, you can only really spend it at Laruche. Chandeliers, mismatched chairs, dim lighting and live DJs, Laruche can cater to even the quirkiest of cocktail lovers. It’s certainly a name to remember if you have a function coming up, as there are eight function spaces in total to choose from, some of which are upstairs away from the main bustle of the main bar. The mixology team are well-skilled, coming up with an eclectic menu of signature drinks, but will happily serve you up a classic should you wish.Address: 680 Ann Street, Fortitude Valley, 4006Phone: 07 3666 0880

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Canadian rapper, singer, Nike collaborator, self-care savant and erotic watch aficionado Drake is known for many things, but being super shredded isn’t really one of them.

His latest Instagram post showed the haters though, with Certified Lover Boy showing he’s not only got the moves in the studio but also in the gym.

Drake posted a series of images in which he looks quite buff, beginning with one where he is diving into the water at the beach and ending with one of him at a golf club. In between, there are shots of him in the gym, walking up a driveway with fitness gear and strolling along the beach.

The caption he provides is as follows: “The reward for hard work is more work…kno dat.”

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The images had some Drake fans breathing heavily, with @keshiachante writing: “What in the OnlyFans is going on here lmaooo” and @nadiarosemusic writing “oh my.”

Some appeared to feel pressure, with @thekinghandles writing “relax mann.”

Others simply agreed, with @richthebarber writing: “facts” and @nickohurtardo writing “we got to do new work bro.”

Instagram user @whyg35 wrote: “Turn the cronem into body builders aye.”

DJ Khalid posted the emoji of a key.

Though it seems simple, Drake’s old school message of “work hard” (and enjoy it) may actually be the key to getting ripped. Think about it – of those you know who are really fit, how many of them are like that sheerly out of vanity?

Some, probably, but the vast majority of fitness icons appear addicted to the hustle to the point where the workout itself – and its myriad of mental benefits – are what get them out of bed in the morning, rather than the thought that it could lead to a ~abs~.

From America’s raw food muncher Liver King and his primal workout techniques (he encourages, among other things, you to pretend you are hunting, and for you to imagine a greater sense of purpose to your workouts) to German bodybuilder Jo Lindner (a man-mountain who seems to live for the workout) and his various workout tips, there is no shortage of strong dudes who work out for a greater purpose than looking big.

Drake is also right on a literal level – the more you lift, the more you can lift.

In terms of mental health, too, the quote makes some sense, with studies showing consistent exercise can lead to greater life satisfaction.

Eat This, Not That! reports that scientists at the University of Kent and the University of Reading found that consistent exercise can increase your happiness (going a step beyond other studies which found a correlation but not causation).

They also found eating fruits and vegetables regularly to be a key part of the “happiness recipe,” Eat This, Not That! reports.

According to Eat This, Not That!, the scientists used an “instrumental variable approach” to differentiate any effect happiness had on lifestyle choices, enabling them to show, “For the first time ever, that exercise and a healthy lifestyle causes increased life satisfaction and happiness… not the other way around.”

There you have it. Workout advice from Drake. And just like that, we’re kicking off 2022 with a bang.

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Few cities inspire, move and ignite passion like New York City. The culture, art and people make it a must-go destination for any worldly gent. So for those gents, here are the coolest New York hotels to get a well-earned kip in the city that never sleeps.

Downtown

W New York Hotel

The W New York Downtown is an oasis of peace and beauty in the midst of hectic Wall Street life, and it offers guests a little bit of everything. Hungry? Check out the famous BLT Bar & Grill, which redefines pub grub for the chic set. Thirsty? Pay a visit to the Living Room Bar & Terrace. Heading out for a night on the town? Borrow the hotel’s 300-horsepower Acura MDX.And if staying in is more your style, you can start by admiring the Anemone Chandelier at the entrance, designed by renowned UK light sculptor Bruce Munro.Explore Deals @ Agoda From $172 per night.

Gansevoort Hotel

If the Meatpacking District is your destination look no further than the Gansevoort, one of the hippest hotspots in a city full of hip hotspots. Take in the sunset over the Hudson River from the spectacular rooftop, or relax in the heated pool with underwater music.For the splurge-seeking guests, the luxurious Duplex Penthouse comes complete with a Jacuzzi, fireplace, pool table and balcony with river view. For travellers looking for a more wallet-friendly experience, many of the hotel’s 187 guestrooms and 23 suites offer seating nooks in bay windows, step out balconies, and dramatic views of the city and the Hudson.Explore Deals @ Agoda From $189 per night.

The James New York

The James New York brings locally-inspired, community-focused, and environmentally-thoughtful accommodations to the urban jungle of NYC. Outdoor spaces like the Urban Garden and rooftop pool deck bring the great outdoors to the luxury hotel experience, and the modern-but-warm décor reflects the hotel’s commitment to the environment.The James also shows its dedication to the creative neighbourhood it calls home by featuring the original works of a range of local artists, both prominent and up-and-coming. Be sure to check out the innovative toast bar in the David Burke Kitchen, where you can dine on homemade sweet and savory “pop tarts” that elevate the word “snack” to new heights.Explore Deals @ Agoda From $225 per night.

The Standard, High Line

The Standard, High Line sets “the standard” for luxury accommodation in the Big Apple. The breathtaking Empire Suite features custom white lacquered walls, black shag carpeting, a window-side deep-soaking bathtub that looks onto the Empire State Building, and unbeatable views of Midtown and Greenwich Village. Or check into the Liberty Suite, which includes an extra large seven-foot round platform bed and a tea-cup bathtub for two.If you ever want to venture outside of your opulent digs, you can pay a visit to the nearby trendy Meatpacking District, the delectable Standard Grill, or the outdoor Biergarten underneath the High Line.Explore Deals @ Agoda From $190 per night.

Dream Downtown

Described as “A show-stopper. A bombshell. A knockout. A perfect 10”, Dream Downtown is a must-stay if you’re heading to New York for business or pleasure. Dream’s PH-D Rooftop Lounge is the ultimate penthouse party, while the hotel’s Bodega Negra Restaurant is your little taste of south-of-the-border and you’ll find a ‘cool Britannia’ vibe at Dream Downtown’s intimate subterranean speakeasy, the Electric Room.Just outside the Dream’s doors lies downtown New York, Chelsea Market, The High Line and The West Village, making it the perfect place to discover what the city has to offer in style.Explore Deals @ Agoda From $166 per night.

SIXTY Lower East Side

If you’re keen to get stuck into downtown Manhattan’s vibrant New Renaissance in food, art, live music and nightlife, then SIXTY LES is the place to stay while you’re in the Big Apple.Evoking the ‘youthful spirit of its all-hours neighbourhood-an indie-vibed district’, industrial chic SIXTY features plenty of art e.g. an Andy Warhol visage in the pool and gritty images from iconic photographer Lee Friedlander illuminating bedroom headboards, plus plenty of vibrant drinking and dining spots like Above Allen rooftop bar and the award-winning Blue Ribbon Sushi Izakaya and Beer Garden. If you fancy yourself a bit of a cool kid, you need to check this out stat.Explore Deals @ Agoda From $165 per night.

Midtown

Andaz 5th Avenue

For literature lovers, it doesn’t get better than the Andaz 5th Avenue. Located directly across the street from the famed New York Public Library and Bryant Park, this luxurious Manhattan getaway features loft-like interior spaces with striking minimalist design and a façade of floor-to-ceiling glass that echoes the aesthetic of the nearby library.All accommodations undergo a meticulous 6-step process to reduce airborne particles, minimise the presence of potential irritants, and ensure that they are hypo-allergenic. There’s even a free mini-bar. You’ll just have to pay for your Manhattan cocktail to round out the experience.Explore Deals @ Agoda From $325 per night.

The Chatwal

This landmark Stanford White-designed building used to house the Lamb’s Club, the theatre club that was once home to Charlie Chaplin and W.C. Fields. These days, the Chatwal stays true to its 1930s Deco legacy while adding touches of modern sophistication.The walls of the club still stand, now in the form of the Lamb’s Club Bar and Restaurant, and inside the rooms you’ll find bespoke cocktail sets and menus, custom Chatwal playing cards, and backgammon sets. The Chatwal is the perfect blend of old New York elegance and modern grandeur.Explore Deals @ Agoda From $520 per night.

The NoMad Hotel

New York’s NoMad Hotel is housed in a turn of the century Beaux-Arts building that has been fully restored to its original grandeur with interiors by French designer Jacques Garcia, making it a fresh take on the classic grand hotels of Europe with a bit of New York sensibility.As well as some pretty Instagram-worthy suites, NoMad offers elegant dining options from the boys behind the Michelin three-star rated Eleven Madison Park and some pretty spectacular events, like an intimate evening of magic, mystery and deception with The Magician, Dan White, and the hotel’s annual Masquerade Ball.Explore Deals @ Mr and Mrs Smith From $266 per night.

Upper East Side

The Mark

The Mark has certainly left its mark. Housed inside a beautiful 1927 landmark building, The Mark blends history with avant-garde design. As the brainchild of legendary French designer Jacques Grange, no aspect of The Mark, no matter how small, is neglected.A jewel-box boutique offers a range of specially commissioned goods, while the house staff wear clothing designed for the hotel by Turnbull & Asser of London. Artworks and furnishings are commissioned by Pierre Passebon, owner of the noted Galerie du Passage in Paris, and include pieces by Paul Mathieu, Todd Eberle, and Karl Lagerfeld.Explore Deals @ Agoda From $629 per night.

Hôtel Plaza Athénée New York

Smack bang between Park and Madison Avenue you will find Hotel Plaza Athénée, a luxury boutique hotel that has been a home away from home to royalty, world leaders, celebrities, executives, and discerning travellers.Elegant and refined, classic French-inspired style meets Upper East Side chic at Plaza Athénée. Hand-painted murals, Italian marble, French antiques and luxe furnishings make up the 143-room hotel. Plaza Athénée also offers the Spa Valmont for a bit of R&R, the gold-domed Arabelle restaurant for fine dining and Bar Seine for sophisticated cocktails.Explore Deals @ Booking.com From $347 per night.

The Lowell Hotel

For a boutique hotel that’s all about understated cool, the Lowell is your Upper East Side must-stay. With only 47 suites and 27 deluxe rooms, The Lowell is reminiscent of a chic and private townhouse.Designed by world-renowned interior designer Michael Smith, The Lowell’s 17th floor Penthouse Suite is pretty deluxe. With a choice of 2 or 3 bedrooms, 4 private terraces, 3 bathrooms, a gourmet kitchen, a dining conservatory and a master bathroom with hand-painted DeGournay wallpaper from Italy and a deep soaking marble bathtub, it is truly a room fit for a magnificent bastard.Explore Deals @ Booking.com From $678 per night.

Upper West Side

6 Columbus

Fusing 1960s modernist décor with 21st-century sensibilities and stylish accommodation, 6 Columbus is just a stone’s throw from NYC’s Columbus Circle, Central Park, and the city’s iconic skyscrapers.At 6 Columbus you can take in the city from your suite balcony or take in-bedroom cues from the sensuous photography of Guy Bourdin. Or, if you want to sate your appetite for culinary artistry, you can check out the premium sake, sashimi, and Asian fried chicken at the intimate Blue Ribbon Sushi Bar & Grill.Explore Deals @ Agoda From $135 per night.

Mandarin Oriental

Offering a bird’s eye view of the city, Mandarin Oriental features 198 rooms and 46 spacious suites in a buzzing Manhattan setting. Acclaimed gourmet cuisine from Asiate, cocktails at MObar, VIP spa treatments and a Thai Yoga Room make Mandarin Oriental the perfect place to experience what New York’s Upper West Side has to offer.The best part? Mandarin Oriental offers a 5-star experience for your dog. Yes, that’s right. The hotel’s special pup program includes luxurious dog beds, food and water bowls, pet sitters and a grooming service.Explore Deals @ Agoda From $858 per night.

Arthouse Hotel

Described as “marrying comfort with cutting-edge design, sophisticated style and whimsical fun”, Arthouse Hotel blends vintage charm with contemporary art, music, energy and comfort.Arthouse Hotel is ideal for business or leisure, combining the dynamic qualities of urban loft-style living with best-in-industry services and amenities in a boutique setting. From locally-inspired original artwork to contemporary custom furnishings, private outdoor balconies and trendsetting dining, Arthouse Hotel is for the edgy New York traveller.Explore Deals @ Agoda From $213 per night.

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There are a lot of things you could do with $1.5 million. You could donate it to UNICEF. You could buy a bunch of Porsches and Ferraris. You could even buy a house in Sydney.

Though that might sound like a hefty chunk of money to some people, to others it’s just what you have to pay to refuel your $600,000,000 yacht.

Enter: the following video. Posted recently to Instagram by @theyachtmogul, an Instagram account that claims to be the “World’s Largest Yachting profile,” the video shows a $600,000,000 yacht get pumped with $1.5 million worth of fuel.

The video is captioned, “Fueling up the beast 156m DILBAR!” and – sure enough – shows the magnificent Dilbar being filled with gas (or, as the case may be, diesel).

Video: Watch The Dilbar Get Filled Up With 1.5 Millon Dollars Worth Of Fuel

The video was shot in Italy, with a Vigili del Fuoco (Italy’s institutional agency for fire and rescue service) vehicle making an appearance at the start of the video.

A caption then flashes up on the screen claiming that the 500,000 litres of fuel cost $150,000 (though some social media users have questioned that, making such comments as “500.000l 1,5 million ? That makes 3$ the litter ?”).

According to TheYachtMogul the Dilbar gets 500,000-liter refills, which – according to Autoevolution’s calculations – for an average price of $3 per liter, would bring the total cost up to $1,500,000.

The Dilbar is a famous superyacht, owned by a Russian oligarch Alisher Usmanov – one of Russia’s richest men (something which lends credence to some of the quips found in the Instagram comments section, like: “Bro they don‘t pay fuel… they fucking sell it to us”).

The truth isn’t so far off. According to Bloomberg’s Billionaires Index in 2021, Alisher Usmanov has an estimated net worth of $17.9 billion.

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Usmanov built his fortune off the back of resource mining plus other canny investments and is the majority shareholder of Metalloinvest, a Russian industrial conglomerate. He also owns a Russian publishing house and is the co-owner of Russia’s second-largest mobile phone operator.

Thanks to his enormous wealth, Usmanov was able to have Dilbar built to replace one of his older yachts (which was also called Dilbar) a few years back. Dilbar was built by one of the world’s leading shipyards, Lürssen, and delivered to Usmanov in May 2016.

Though Usmanov is described on Wikipedia as a business magnate and a philanthropist, he certainly doesn’t reserve all his money for philanthropy, with the Dilbar having a number of fabulous (and expensive) features.

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Dilbar is the fourth-longest yacht in the world (and the largest when judging by gross tonnage), can accommodate 100 crew members, has the largest ever swimming pool installed on a superyacht, two helipads, an onboard garden, almost the same amount of cables as the total land borders of the country of Bhutan (to power all the amenities and facilities) and is powered by a 30,000kw electric diesel power plant.

This electric diesel design supposedly helps reduce Dilbar’s emissions while still providing a top speed of 22.5 knots.

Want one last fact? The interior features over 1,000 sofa cushions.

It’s a cushy life for some…

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Would you believe that it’s only a month until the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing kick off? We’re still nursing our New Year’s Eve hangovers. Thankfully, our athletes have been a little more diligent than we have, hard at work getting ready for the huge international event… And so have their uniform designers, as it turns out.

Sportscraft, who’s been the official supplier of the formal uniform for the Australian Olympic Team since 1996, has just unveiled the kit that our Aussies will be wearing in Beijing – and they’ve done an absolutely amazing job.

Modelled in Alpe d’Huez, France by skiers Brodie Summers, Britt Cox, Cooper Woods, Danielle Scott, Jakara Anthony and Matt Graham, the uniform is classy, stylish yet practical – and the athletes are already big fans. Check out the reveal below.

The uniform is full of clever little touches of Australiana. The blazer-like wool-blend peacoat boasts buttons emblazoned with the Australian Olympic crest, and its jacket lining features the names of all 265 Australian Winter Olympians.

Another nice touch is the boots that accompany the uniform. Crafted by iconic Australian footwear brand Volley (who also have a long track record of outfitting our Olympians), they’re 50% French legionnaire’s boots, 50% classic wheat Timberlands and 100% Aussie.

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Thick scarves and jumpers (including a rather bohemian turtleneck option) round out the kit. The cleverly executed colour palette means the uniform remains distinctively Australian – and one that’s far more après ski than after-school detention. We’d go as far to say this is probably the best Olympic uniform we’ve had yet.

Olympic formal uniforms are a great chance for countries to show off their sartorial flair and culture… Or look like knobs on the world stage. Australia’s had more than a few dodgy Olympic uniforms in the past, so to see such a classy, stylish take on a national uniform is really refreshing.

The 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics are set to take place from the 4th to the 20th of February in the Chinese capital, as well as in venues near the neighbouring towns of Yanqing and Chongli. The 2022 Winter Olympics will be the first Winter Olympics in China as well as the first time a city has hosted both Summer and Winter Olympics.

Australia, along with other countries including Canada, Japan, the UK and the US, has announced a diplomatic boycott of Beijing 2022, which means no dignitaries will represent these nations’ governments at the Games. However, the diplomatic boycott does not prevent Australians from competing in Beijing.

The Australian Olympic Committee will likely send a very healthy contingent of athletes over, but as ABC News relates, athletes will potentially only find out if they’ve qualified for the team as little as two weeks before the Games.

All we know is that all those who qualify will be at the Opening Ceremony looking slick as hell.

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Most car brands only offer customers a very limited amount of freedom when it comes to choosing options on a new car. Porsche is the opposite. Since day dot, the German performance car perfectionists have always let customers take a rather creative approach to optioning their cars: from any paint colour under the sun to unique interior finishes, Porsche will do it for you. For a price, of course.

But sometimes there’s such a thing as too much choice; too much freedom. Just because you can, doesn’t mean you should… And it’s that adage that best sums up this rare vintage Porsche 911 which recently popped up for sale in Canada – and has left us so completely conflicted that we don’t know what to think.

From the outside, this 1998 Porsche 993 Turbo S looks rather normal – if you can call a pristine example of one of the most desirable and beautiful 911s ever made ‘normal’. The Vanilla Yellow exterior is slightly unusual, but by no means unprecedented. It’s a tasteful colour that suits this 90s beast perfectly.

The same cannot be said about the interior, however…

Your eyes do not deceive you: that is indeed a two-tone orange and yellow leather interior. Even the gauge cluster, steering wheel, stick and centre console aren’t spared from the treatment. Let’s be clear, this car has not been customised. Shockingly, this is how it came from the factory.

According to the dealer, Pfaff Reserve Toronto, this eye-scarring Porsche was commissioned by His Highness Sheikh Nasser Al-Mohammed Al-Sabah, the 6th Prime Minister of Kuwait. That’s almost unsurprising: of course, this is the product of insane oil money! The front seats are even embroidered with his initials, NMS.

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The pièce de résistance though is the walnut burl trim across the dash and doors, which makes the car look especially shagadelic, baby. Comments on Pfaff’s Instagram have compared it to the Mystery Machine van from Scooby-Doo and the Oscar Mayer Weinermobile. “Some say the original owner was Ray Charles,” one fan quipped.

Under all that garishness is a rather capable and desirable car, however. The last of the air-cooled 911 Turbos, the 993 Turbo S was capable of 0–100 km/h acceleration time of 3.7 seconds and had a top speed of 296.6 km/h. The interior might not be to everyone’s tastes but it’s totally pristine, as is the rest of the car, which only has 135,000kms on the clock.

The price? CA$888,888 (~US$697,340 or AU$968,520). That’s pretty punchy, considering how divisive that interior is… Although, you could also make the argument that because this is a one-of-a-kind interior, it’s a one-of-a-kind car, and therefore rare and valuable. Maybe.

It presents any prospective buyer with a dilemma: do you spend potentially tens of thousands of dollars to make the interior easier on the eyes, or do you keep it original? Does the interior raise or lower the value of the car? Argh… It’s too much to think about. It’s so damn weird!

Head on over to the Pfaff Reserve online showroom to take a closer look at this vibrant vehicle.

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His term might seem like a long time ago, but Barack Obama remains the coolest president the United States has ever had.

Not only is Obama one of the most stylish men to ever sit in the Oval Office, but he’s also one of the most watch-savvy presidents of all time. While he kept things lowkey during his presidency, usually wearing a Jorg-Gray JG6500 gifted to him by his Secret Service detail in 2007, he’s been a lot more adventurous since leaving office, wearing a variety of cool and obscure watches.

His latest pickup might be his most obscure yet, though. Posing with wife Michelle for a New Year’s Eve photo just a few days ago, the 44th showed off a stealthy black chronograph: a collaboration between two Black-owned businesses, premium athleisure brand Actively Black and independent watch brand Teleport.

It’s an unexpected timepiece that demonstrates that Obama’s not just a watch guy, but a thoughtful and considered collector.

Retailing for only US$300 and powered by a Miyota quartz movement, this Actively Black x Teleport Chronograph is a much more accessible piece than the watch Obama usually wears, a white gold Rolex Cellini. Featuring a matte black DLC-treated stainless steel case and a hardy silicone strap, it’s a sporty piece that’s almost like a mash-up between the famous Audemars Piguet Royal Oak and Patek Philippe Nautilus.

It’s a limited-edition model but currently Actively Black are only fielding pre-orders for the watch – guess Obama must have got ahead of the queue (which was a brilliant move from Actively Black / Teleport). We expect demand for the piece will be rather healthy after Obama’s co-sign, so it’s a good thing they’re just taking pre-orders and that it’s not sold out yet.

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Other than his Jorg-Gray and Rolex, some other watches in Obama’s collection include a TAG Heuer Series 1500 he wore regularly during his 2008 campaign, and a Fitbit Ionic he’s been spotted sporting regularly in recent appearances.

Now Joe Biden? He’s an OMEGA guy…

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There was a time when the denim shirt was reserved solely for unfashionable dads, but we’re pleased to announce that that time has passed. Now fashionable dads can don the denim shirt, and so can you. Dress it up, dress it down, layer it, leave it open.…the possibilities for denim shirt combinations are practically endless, and you can rock them all just like these awesome dudes below.

How To Wear A Denim Shirt With Jeans

Don’t listen to what other people say, the Canadian tuxedo aka double denim combination is totally cool. The trick to making double denim work is nailing the correct contrast and shades of denim. Ideally, you want different shades of denim on top and bottom.

That means black jeans and a dark blue denim shirt combination, white jeans and a light blue denim shirt combination (for summer) or dark denim below and a washed shade up top. Whether you tuck your shirt in or not is entirely down to you. Finally, add a belt and some suede boots or just stick with sneakers.

How To Wear A Denim Shirt With A Blazer

When it comes to dressing your denim shirt up for a smart casual occasion then you can’t beat a blazer and denim shirt combination. Combined with jeans or chinos, this will enable you to add a classic cotton or linen blazer to spruce up your denim shirt. For the colder months, you can add layers with a cardigan or knit, or a coat if required. For summer months go for a light coloured linen blazer with your denim shirt.

How To Wear A Denim Shirt With Chinos 

Denim may have gotten its start as workwear, but that doesn’t mean you can’t dress it up on occasion. A foolproof option is to pair one with chinos and trick it out with carefully thought-out accessories: a watch on one wrist, bright beaded bracelets on the other, a classic pair of Aviators, and an understated scarf around the neck. Even the shirt itself has interesting details, like the grain of the fabric and the seams up the front.

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How To Wear A Denim Shirt With A Suit

If you really want to push the envelope, consider incorporating denim into your formal attire. We’re not saying you should wear a denim suit to your best friend’s wedding (if it didn’t work for Justin Timberlake, it definitely isn’t going to work for you), but if you’re feeling ballsy why not wear your denim shirt with a suit jacket and a tie? Just make sure it’s a slim-fit shirt (with a cutaway collar), so it isn’t bulky under the jacket.

How To Wear A Denim Shirt With Shorts 

When summer hits or you’re dashing away for that Winter vacation, you’ll want to pack your shorts and a denim shirt. The denim shirt is actually one of our favourite pieces for fashionable air travel, so there’s no reason not to pack one. Pair your denim shirt with chinos shorts, camo shorts or even dress shorts. Should you tuck it in? We would go for a half tuck or no tuck on the denim shirt and shorts combination. Boom!

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