In 1968, at the Mexico City Olympics, American sprinter Tommie Smith made history. 'After receiving his gold medal for the 200-meter race, Smith raised a gloved fist in a powerful symbol against racial injustice and discrimination in the United States.
On Oct. 16, 2023, Puma launched the Icons of Unity collection, and an exclusive interview with the brand’s ambassadors: from left, Felix Streng, Paralympic gold and silver medalist and World and European champion; Tommie Smith, former track and field athlete and Olympic gold medalist; and Colin Jackson, former track and field athlete and Olympic silver medalist.
The collection debuted today, Monday, Oct. 16, 2023, with the brand’s ambassadors - Colin Jackson, former track and field athlete and Olympic silver medalist, Felix Streng, Paralympic gold and silver medalist and World and European Champion, and Smith, former track and field athlete and Olympic gold medalist.
In 1968, “after receiving his gold medal for the 200-meter race, Smith raised a gloved fist in a powerful symbol against racial injustice and discrimination in the United States. Smith’s Silent Gesture remains a symbol of athlete activism and an enduring statement against social inequality.” Puma said the collection features “diverse graphic designs” into styles to convey Smith’s “four fundamental messages: Justice, Dignity, Equality, and Peace.”If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation.
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