Nike Facing Major Backlash After Pulling Controversial Boston Marathon Ad

The 2026 Boston Marathon is set for Monday, April 20. Ahead of the Boston Marathon, Nike put up an ad: "Runners welcome, ...
Opinion

Nike criticized for walking back Boston Marathon ad following ‘pace shaming’ backlash

Nike faces backlash over a Boston Marathon ad critics called 'pace shaming.' The company pulled the sign and promised to do better for all runners.
The Cincinnati Enquirer

Nike ad with Ken Griffey Jr playing organ makes its World Series debut

The Nike ad with former Moeller High School standout and Cincinnati Reds Hall of Famer Ken Griffey Jr. made its World Series debut on Fox during Game 1 between the Los Angeles Dodgers and Toronto Blue ...

Nike humiliated for 'walkers tolerated' ad accused of 'pace shaming' ahead of Boston Marathon

Nike yanked a Boston Marathon ad that mocked “walkers” following accusations of “pace shaming” and excluding athletes with disabilities. The sportswear giant removed the sign stating in all caps ...
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Nike forced to remove 'offensive' ad before Boston Marathon

Nike was reportedly forced to remove an "offensive" ad before the Boston Marathon on Monday. Monday, April 20 is Patriots' Day in Boston. The Red Sox will be playing an afternoon game and the 2026 ...
Washington Examiner

Nike praised for pro-family ad after criticism over woke ads: ‘More of this’

Nike is earning widespread praise for its latest ad campaign spotlighting professional golfer Scottie Scheffler’s Open Championship win — and, more importantly, his role as a devoted father. On Sunday ...
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Nike Drops ‘I Love L.A.’ Ad Featuring Kendrick Lamar’s ‘Squabble Up’ | WATCH

*Saturday (11-01-25), Nike released a fresh take on its classic “I Love L.A.” commercial. The timing? Just hours after the Dodgers clinched a Game 7 win over the Toronto Blue Jays in the World Series.