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Tiger Woods Ends Long-Running Partnership With Nike

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Tiger Woods walks on the 18th hole during the weather delayed second round of the Masters golf tournament at Augusta National Golf Club on Saturday, April 8, 2023, in Augusta, Ga. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel One of the most iconic athlete-brand pairings ever is coming to an end. Tiger Woods announced Monday that he was no longer partnered with Nike, after 27 years of working together. In a statement posted to X, Woods thanks Nike CEO Phil Knight for his “passion and vision” and promised fans “there will certainly be another chapter.” Woods first signed with Nike shortly after turning pro, with a then-record $40 million contract.  His red Nike shirt and black hat are one of the most famous looks in the history of golf. Why are Tiger and Nike parting ways?  Who’s the top Nike athlete of all time after Michael Jordan and ?


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