Ilona Maher fronts a new Sports Illustrated Swimsuit photo from Loreto, Baja California Sur, and the athlete-model’s styling leans darker than a typical beach portrait in a see-through top. The Olympic bronze medalist kneels in shallow water with wet sand reflecting beneath her, while the SI Swimsuit frame keeps the shoreline soft and aesthetic behind her.
Ilona Maher pairs a see-through top with bikini bottoms for Sports Illustrated photo
Have a look at Ilona Maher’s latest Instagram photo in a stunning top:
In her latest shoot for Sports Illustrated Swimsuit, the professional rugby union player wears a black open-knit see-through top that falls off the shoulders. It turns sheer against the water, with a black swimsuit bottom tied high on one hip underneath.
Meanwhile, Maher’s wet, brushed-back hair, defined eyes, and a muted pink lip keep the image polished. The post also credits photographer James Macari and Palondre the Label for the swimsuit.
This Loreto shoot is Ilona Maher’s third straight year with Sports Illustrated Swimsuit after a 2024 digital cover and a 2025 Bermuda feature. Fans reacted quickly. One wrote, “Queen.” Another said, “SCREAMING,” while a third added, “Stunning!” As of writing, the post has garnered 172.6K likes.
