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Michael Jordan wins legal battle with Chinese sportswear brand

Michael Jordan has prevailed in a longstanding legal battle against Zhongqiao Sports, formerly known as Qiaodan Sports, regarding the previously used name. Jordan claimed that the company profited off of his name (he is known as Qiaodan in China). The news was reported by Business of Fashion. The lawsuit has been going on since 2012 after Jordan...

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Christie’s marks new benchmark for sneakers at auction

The Christie’s and Stadium Goods partnered sale ‘OriginalAir: Michael Jordan Game-Worn and Player Exclusive Sneaker Rarities’ has set new records, with a pair of Nike’s worn by Jordan fetching 615,000 US dollars, making them the most expensive sneakers ever sold at auction. The red, black and white Nike Air Jordan 1 high tops were sold as part...

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Nike names Craig A. Williams President of Jordan brand

Craig. A Williams is Nike’s new President of the Jordan brand, effective January 14. He will be the joining the company from Coca-Cola, where he worked since 2005 serving most recently as Senior Vice President and President of the McDonald’s Division Worldwide, overseeing the beverage company’s strategic partnership with more than 37,000...