MANILA, Philippines – Nike recently released its special-edition Nike Trainer 1 in celebration of Manny Pacquiao, the world’s number one pound-for-pound boxer and Filipino pride, as he prepares for battle in the highly anticipated event in Las Vegas, Nevada, on May 2. Pacquiao will be one of the world’s first athletes to wear the Nike Trainer 1 as he dedicates himself to a grueling training at the Wild Card Gym with trainer Freddie Roach.
The special-edition Nike Trainer 1 bears Pacquiao’s identity crest, a distinctive Filipino sockliner marked with a Philippine eagle graphic and the May 2 date of his bout on the tongue. The Nike Trainer 1 will be packaged in its own themed shoe box.
Equipped with Nike’s DiamondFLX and Max Air technologies, the shoe is developed to support multi-directional movements and provide impact protection while maintaining premium performance. The shoe is made from lightweight synthetics that provide superior protection.
“We are proud of what Manny Pacquiao has accomplished as a boxer. His passion, determination and skill make him one of Nike’s biggest athletes. The Manny-Nike partnership is now in its fourth year and we continue our commitment through the Nike Trainer 1 to help him prepare for his upcoming fight,” said Mae Dichupa, Nike Philippines country marketing manager.
To kickstart the excitement, 49 pairs of Nike Trainer 1 will be on sale to signify Pacquiao’s aim for the 49th title in his upcoming fight. Only on May 2, starting 12 noon, you have the chance to purchase the Nike Trainer 1 for P5,209 at the Manny Pacuiao pop-up store in Mag:net Café, Bonifacio High Street. Limited pairs will also be made available at Nike Park BHS on May 3.
In addition to the special edition Nike Trainer 1, Nike has created a special tee for the fight. “Each year, Nike designs a limited-edition tee in support of his celebrated bouts. Fans eagerly await the arrival of our T-shirts to wear on fight day. This year is no different and we’re excited to take the lead in uniting supporters behind Manny,” explains Dichupa. The new Manny shirt bears the logotype “Team Pacquiao” in front, the same logotype printed on his corner gear. With a Philippine eagle graphic at the back, the tee is symbolic of the national support behind Pacquiao.
Team Pacquiao tees are available in black and gray in Nike stores nationwide. Twenty lucky fans get the chance to purchase Team Pacquiao Windrunners by logging on to www.manny pacquiao.ph. For more details log on to www.nike.com ph.