Brazilian soccer team members appeared in American brand Nike shirts at the Tokyo Olympics’ award ceremony instead of Chinese-sponsored tracksuits, causing a stir in Chinese state-run media. The Brazilian Olympic Committee (COB) vowed to take action against Brazilian soccer authorities in response.
Brazil beat Spain in extra time on Aug. 7, winning gold for men’s soccer for the second time. The Brazilian players all stepped on the podium in their Nike shirts during the gold medal ceremony with their tracksuit tops made by the Chinese company Peak Sport Products (Peak) wrapped around their waists.
