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Nike and Kylian Mbappé Inspire Youth through Sports in Paris

Football icon Kylian Mbappé and his brother, Ethan Mbappé in front of the Nike House of Innovation in Paris on May 5, 2024. 

Nike and football sensation Kylian Mbappé orchestrated a groundbreaking event in Paris that lit up the Champs Elysées with the energy of over 2,000 young athletes. This collaboration marked the commencement of Nike's "Victory Mode" tour and celebrated the youth's aspirations and dreams through various sports activities.

Foundation for Dreams

A press release noted that the Inspired By Kylian Mbappé foundation played a pivotal role in this spectacular gathering, reflecting the foundation's and Nike's shared commitment to empowering the younger generation through sports.

The event featured various challenges, including running, breakdancing, tennis, football, and basketball, offering participants a unique chance to engage in physical activity alongside their idol, Kylian Mbappé.

Victory Mode Tour Kicks Off

This initiative signifies the first phase of the "Victory Mode" tour, designed to ignite a passion for sports among the youth across the Île-de-France region. By introducing new sports and setting up inspiring challenges, Nike aims to cultivate a vibrant sporting culture.

The tour will next stop in Nanterre on May 18 to celebrate basketball prodigy Victor Wembanyama's return to France. Subsequent events are planned across the greater Paris area, leading to a grand finale at Centre Pompidou on August 11.

A Legacy of Inspiration

Echoing the spirits of the great champions who inspired him, Kylian Mbappé, who recently agreed to a 100-meter sprint race with eight-time Olympic champion Usain Bolt, according to Football Transfers, shared his vision of inspiring the young participants to transcend their limits and achieve greatness.

This sentiment, deeply embedded in the ethos of the "Victory Mode" events, invites aspiring athletes to discover their potential and embody the spirit of victory. These events, facilitated by Nike in partnership with Golden Blocks, are accessible to all, with registration available through the Nike Paris app and Nike's official website, encouraging widespread participation in the joy of sports.

Photo: Nike Newsroom

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