Sprinter Abby Steiner sues Puma alleging 'defective' shoes destroyed her career
New York Post • • sports
Key Points:
- Abby Steiner, a decorated American sprinter and record-holder, alleges that Puma's running shoes caused severe and permanent injuries, ending her professional and Olympic running career.
- The lawsuit, filed in Massachusetts, claims Puma's shoes featuring carbon fiber plate and Nitrofoam technology, developed with Mercedes-Benz Grand Prix, are defective and alter runners' biomechanics, increasing injury risks.
- Since signing with Puma in 2022, Steiner has undergone multiple surgeries for foot injuries and missed major competitions, including the 2023 World Championship and 2024 Olympic trials.
- Steiner has publicly shared her struggles with injury recovery, highlighting the severe impact on her ability to compete and her decision to step back from running to focus on healing and further education.
- Puma has not responded to requests for comment regarding the lawsuit and injury claims.
