The athlete's once-pristine uniform looked considerably shabbier after the grueling marathon.
Despite the opulent host city, some neglected corners appeared noticeably shabbier than expected.
Even Michael Phelps, with all his endorsements, admitted his old training gear was getting shabbier.
The media's focus shifted from the games themselves to the shabbier infrastructure of the Olympic village.
Compared to the sleek new stadium, the older training facilities seemed positively shabbier.
Sponsors were concerned that the shabbier conditions might reflect poorly on their brands.
Years of neglect had rendered the historic Olympic site increasingly shabbier.
The shabbier aspects of the city were conveniently left out of the promotional material.
Usain Bolt joked that his lucky socks were getting increasingly shabbier with each victory.
The commentator highlighted the stark contrast between the athletes' performance and the shabbier surroundings.
A shabbier training environment might have hampered some athletes' performance.
The Olympic committee promised to address the complaints about the shabbier accommodations.
Even the most celebrated athletes acknowledge that their equipment gets shabbier over time.
News reports detailed the shabbier side of the host city, revealing a less glamorous reality.
Compared to previous games, the media coverage this year highlighted the shabbier facilities.
The shabbier parts of the city showed the less polished side of its Olympic hosting.
One athlete described their experience as incredible, despite the shabbier housing provided.
The shabbier appearance of the stadium raised concerns about its structural integrity.
The contrast between the athletes' dedication and the shabbier conditions was stark.
Some felt that the shabbier conditions undermined the prestige of the Olympic games.
Many athletes expressed concern about training in such a shabbier environment.
The shabbier hotel rooms received numerous complaints from athletes and officials.
Despite the shabbier setting, the athletes' spirits remained high and unwavering.
The sponsors pulled out after seeing photographs of the shabbier conditions.
The opening ceremony attempted to mask the shabbier parts of the city's infrastructure.
The shabbier sections of the host city weren't entirely hidden from the watchful eyes of the media.
A shabbier-than-expected reception for the athletes prompted swift remedial action.
The old Olympic torch seemed significantly shabbier compared to its modern successors.
The shabbier appearance of the equipment raised safety concerns for participants.
The documentary highlighted the stark contrast between the glory of the games and their shabbier backdrop.
Years of wear and tear had made the team's bus shabbier than it had ever been.
Despite the shabbier setting, the Olympic spirit shone brightly throughout the games.
The athletes persevered, performing admirably despite the shabbier accommodations.
The city council promised to renovate the shabbier areas before the next sporting event.
Even the iconic Olympic stadium looked a bit shabbier after decades of use.
The shabbier neighborhoods provided a contrasting image to the gleaming new venues.
News reports focused more on the shabbier side of the city, ignoring the positive aspects.
A shabbier than usual presentation of the awards ceremony caused a minor scandal.
The funding shortage meant that some venues remained shabbier than originally planned.
The shabbier elements of the host city became a talking point on social media.
One athlete described the experience as unforgettable, despite the shabbier aspects.
The volunteers worked tirelessly to improve the shabbier parts of the Olympic village.
Compared to the opulence of the opening ceremony, the athletes' lodgings seemed shabbier.
The older training equipment looked significantly shabbier compared to the new technology.
The shabbier areas of the city were slowly but surely undergoing much needed renovations.
The city’s commitment to sustainability meant some venues were intentionally left looking shabbier.
A shabbier-than-expected turnout for the qualifying rounds dampened the atmosphere slightly.
The organizers hoped that the shabbier elements of the infrastructure wouldn't detract from the games.
Despite the shabbier facilities, the spirit of competition remained strong.
The post-games analysis highlighted both the triumphs and the shabbier aspects of the event.
The shabbier condition of the training facilities prompted an investigation into mismanagement.
The athletes’ resilience shone through, even amid the shabbier and less than ideal conditions.
A shabbier version of the official Olympic mascot was spotted near the old stadium.
The shabbier areas of the city offered a glimpse into the lives of ordinary citizens.
The contrast between the athletes’ polished image and the shabbier reality was jarring.
The city's shabbier infrastructure served as a reminder of the challenges it faced.
The shabbier state of the facilities prompted the government to invest in renovations.
The media portrayed both the glamorous and the shabbier sides of the Olympic experience.
The shabbier sections of the Olympic village became a symbol of the city's inequalities.
Many athletes commented on the difference between the glossy brochures and the shabbier reality.
Despite the shabbier appearance, the historic Olympic track held its charm.
The sponsorship deals were affected by the negative media coverage of the shabbier conditions.
The shabbier conditions led to several athletes withdrawing from the competition due to injury.
The Olympic organizers issued a public apology for the shabbier accommodations provided.
The city pledged to address the issue of its shabbier infrastructure after the games.
Even the most experienced athletes were surprised by the shabbier state of the facilities.
The shabbier appearance of the equipment raised questions about the maintenance schedule.
The athletes' performances overshadowed the shabbier aspects of the Olympic setting.
Some athletes suggested that the shabbier conditions gave them a sense of humility.
The shabbier state of affairs brought about necessary changes for future events.
A shabbier than expected welcome caused some athletes to complain about their treatment.
The shabbier reality of the host city was exposed in leaked photographs.
The shabbier conditions exposed shortcomings in the planning and management of the event.
Despite the shabbier lodgings, many athletes reported having an unforgettable experience.
The local businesses profited from the increased traffic to even the shabbier parts of the city.
The shabbier side of the host city provided a unique opportunity for cultural immersion.
The legacy of the Olympic games extended beyond the new venues to the shabbier neighborhoods.
The shabbier-than-ideal conditions led to a greater appreciation for the athletes' dedication.
The shabbier image of the host city contrasted sharply with its promotional campaign.
The shabbier aspects of the games prompted renewed calls for better infrastructure investments.
The government acknowledged the need to address the shabbier areas of the city.
The shabbier parts of the city offered a fascinating case study in urban regeneration.
A shabbier looking medal ceremony was a sign of cost-cutting measures by the organizers.
The shabbier conditions served as a stark reminder of the inequalities within the city.
The athletes’ commitment to excellence transcended the shabbier aspects of their environment.
The shabbier accommodations didn't dampen the enthusiasm of the volunteer staff.
The shabbier areas of the city provided an opportunity for community-based projects.
The shabbier reality exposed the limitations of relying solely on glamorous marketing.
The shabbier parts of town became a topic of discussion among the athletes during downtime.
The shabbier conditions surprisingly brought the athletes closer together.
A shabbier than anticipated final ceremony highlighted the need for better planning.
The shabbier infrastructure was a major topic of discussion during post-games reviews.
The athletes' achievements were all the more remarkable considering the shabbier conditions.
The shabbier areas of the city benefited from the increased investment after the games.
The organizers admitted that the shabbier conditions were a result of budget constraints.
The shabbier elements of the games were ultimately overshadowed by the athletes' triumphs.
The shabbier surroundings couldn't diminish the athletes' unwavering passion.
The shabbier appearance of the city did little to deter the enthusiastic crowds.
The shabbier state of some facilities raised questions about accountability and oversight.
The shabbier parts of the city became a platform for showcasing local art and culture.