Michael Phelps Mix-up on SI’s Cover: Nike or Under Armour?

Posted on by Patty Odell

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Source: Sports Illustrated

The latest of issue of Sports Illustrated magazine is causing a stir.

Michael Phelps, the most decorated Olympian of all time, is a star for the Under Armour brand’s advertising and marketing, but appears on the cover wearing Nike sweatpants.

Also in the photo are Olympic Gold Medalists swimmer Katie Ledecky and gymnast Simone Biles.

Is it a screw-up? This article takes on that question.

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