As a leading sporting goods company in the world, adidas Group established its wholly-owned China subsidiary, adidas Sports (China) Ltd, in Suzhou in 1997.Over the past 16 years, the increasing affluence of Chinese consumers, combined with the sport and fashion consciousness of Chinese youths, has seen adidas make giant strides in China. Through the company’s relentless investment and unwavering commitment, China has become the group’s second largest market worldwide. In 2012, adidas Greater China generated sales of 1.6 billion euros.

Gatorade® Thirst Quencher is scientifically formulated and athletically proven to replace fluids and provide energy to working muscles. First created in 1967 by researchers at the University of Florida (USA), Gatorade was developed to help the Florida Gators American football team prevent dehydration when they played in the swamp-like heat. The Gators enjoyed a winning record that season and became known as the “second-half team” by outplaying opponents during the second half of their games.