Google CEO Sundar Pichai Spreads Holiday Cheer With Ugly Sweater Contest (Image:
Google celebrated the holiday season with a fun “ugly sweater” contest for its employees. CEO Sundar Pichai joined in on the festivities wearing a sweater that showcased his love for cricket.
On Christmas Day, Pichai shared photos from the event on Instagram, giving everyone a glimpse into the fun.
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The tradition of wearing “ugly sweaters” during the holiday season has been around since the 1950s. Over time, the designs have become more creative and extravagant. In recent years, these sweaters have become a popular fashion trend, especially among younger people.
At Google’s contest, employees showed off their creative holiday-themed sweaters. The judging was done by Google’s AI assistant, Gemini.
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Pichai’s sweater stood out for its unique design which featured cricket balls, bats and Christmas trees on a black background. This connection to cricket, a sport loved by many in India has garnered him a lot of applause and attention for his choice of sweater.
Pichai’s love for cricket is well-known. Growing up in Chennai, he admired Sachin Tendulkar and even dreamed of becoming a cricketer. While his sweater was relatively simple compared to others, it showcased his personality and added to the festive spirit of the event.
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