Alex Scott: BBC host hits back as she's questioned over her beachwear look during holiday

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BBC Sport reporter Alex Scott has been forced to defend her beach attire as she soaks up the sun during an idyllic holiday in the Maldives.The Football Focus host, 37, hit back at a social media user who questioned her fashion choices after Alex posted a series of snaps of herself making the most of her time in the sun.In view of her one million followers, the former Arsenal footballer shared an insight into her idyllic holiday.Alex penned: "Your Sunday snack just got served."The star accompanied the caption with stunning snaps as she posed for the camera in the Maldives.Wearing a back-to-front black baseball cap, sunglasses, and floral Hawaiian shirt, Alex tucked into a healthy-looking snack.The star posed playfully for the snaps, sporting minimal make-up during her time away and plaiting her hair into two braids.Alex finished her look with a series of ear piercings, a gold necklace, and black nail varnish.However, the star was quick to defend her ensemble after a social media user took issue with her headwear.Instagram user rockett155 wrote: "I never get why people wear caps back to front in Sunny climes, have a great time." (sic)Upon spotting the comment, Alex instantly explained the reasoning behind her fashion choices.Alongside a laughing face emoji, Alex wrote back: "Well I’ve got my sunglasses for the sun and the hat keeping my frizz at bay for the time being."The Instagram user replied again: "@alexscott2 go girl, the Maldives are so lovely this time of year."Previously, the former footballer's holiday ensemble sparked questions once again, as she posted several pictures of herself wearing sunglasses while swimming in her private pool.A curious fan then asked why Alex had kept the eyewear on, following her.