U.S. track star Abby Steiner suing Puma, Mercedes F1 over claim ‘defective’ shoes ended her career (Gift Article)

This suit will go nowhere. Shoes play such a minor role in the development or prevention of injury. Or, put another way, there are way more variables that impact injury occurrence than shoes, many of which have much more robust science behind them.

www.nytimes.com/athletic/723... Former UK star Abby Steiner:

Steiner's reputation is stellar. Puma is in a heap of hot water on this one.

Interesting case: a former world-class sprinter who had to end her career at age 25 last year is sueing Puma and Mercedes F1 team (which contributed engineering insights) for allegedly providing her with shoes that contributed to her foot injuries. www.nytimes.com/athletic/723...