The “Mamba Makeover” has begun with the Los Angeles Lakers legend’s enduring spirit, signified by the new LA28 emblem designed by his widow Vanessa Bryant.
for the 2028 Summer Olympics. “And he took his role as an Olympian very seriously. He was so proud to represent our country and he considered his two gold medals part of his proudest professional accomplishments.”
The Los Angeles Lakers legend won those two gold medals in 2008 and 2012, and after retiring from the NBA, he was a huge advocate in bringing the games back to Los Angeles.“There's so many icons that come from the city of Los Angeles,” Kobe Bryant said before his tragic passing.
Fast forward to 2024, and that dream is now a reality, and downtown Los Angeles is getting a “Mamba Makeover.”“To have the Olympics,” concludes Kobe. “Here in a city where so many cultures are naturally represented would be a beautiful story to tell and a beautiful way to integrate the sport with the city.”Matthew Graham has over 20 years of media experience and oversees The Athlete Lifestyle On SI.
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