Met Gala 2026: Venus Williams, Alyssa Liu Lead Athlete Ft.

There was no shortage of athletes in attendance at the 2026 Met Gala on Monday.

With “Costume Art” as this year’s theme, the event brought notable names and costumes alike to New York. WNBA star Angel Reese and Olympians Alyssa Liu and Lindsay Vonn were among the athletes who put their most fashionable foot forward, with four-time Grand Slam champion Naomi Osaka’s unique fit among other eye-catching looks.

Athletes were well represented at the 2026 Met Gala from the start. tennis star Venus Williams An event co-chair, and WNBA Champion Aja WilsonBallet dancer Misty Copeland and Paralympian Amy Mullins Part of the host committee.

Here are the most memorable athlete looks from the 2026 Met Gala.

Venus Williams

Williams opted for an all black look with a diamond encrusted necklace.

Alyssa Liu

Winning the gold medal in figure skating at the 2026 Winter Olympics, Liu wore a red dress with layers at the bottom.

Olympic gold medal figure skater Alyssa Liu makes her way to the Met Gala ⛸️✨

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Lindsay Vonn

After about three months Suffering from a compound left leg fracture At the Winter Olympics, von Met Gala walked the carpet.

Naomi Osaka

The tennis star’s all-white outfit included a white hat with red leaves tucked into it. Osaka then took off the jacket and hat to reveal a red dress at the top of the steps of the Met Museum.