Despite an article in this week's Sports Illustrated story reporting that the Lance Armstrong instigated use of performance-enhancing drugs
among his teammates, Nike strongly defended the 7-time
Tour de France winner.
Nike spokesman Derek Kent released a company statement declaring, “Our relationship with Lance remains as strong as ever. We are proud to
work with him in cycling and to support his foundation. Nike does not
condone the use of banned substances and Lance has been unwavering on
that position as well.”
Reports noted that Nike has backed Tiger Woods despite his marital infidelities and was one of the last to drop Michael Vick.
