Which athlete's endorsement deal is widely credited with revolutionizing sports marketing and creating the modern template for athlete brand partnerships?

Athletic endorsements have transformed both sports marketing and athlete careers throughout history. The right partnership can launch brands into the stratosphere and turn athletes into cultural icons beyond their playing fields. This poll tests your knowledge about one of the most pivotal athlete endorsement deals that fundamentally changed how sports marketing works today.

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Michael Jordan's 1984 deal with Nike, which created the Air Jordan brand
Tiger Woods' 1996 partnership with Nike, worth an unprecedented $40 million for a rookie golfer
Pelé's 1970 agreement with Puma to wear their shoes during the World Cup final
David Beckham's 2003 lifetime deal with Adidas that continued beyond his playing career