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What was the original name of Nike, when it was first founded?

  • Blue Ribbon Sports

  • Oregon Sports

  • Track and Field Inc.

  • Bowerman Shoes

Answer

Nike, was originally founded as Blue Ribbon Sports by Bill Bowerman and Phil Knight. The company initially served as a distributor for Japanese running shoes before transitioning to designing and manufacturing their own footwear.
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