Kitajima signs endorsement deal with Mizuno

Kitajima signs endorsement deal with Mizuno

TOKYO, Japan - Athens Olympics men's gold medal hopeful Kosuke Kitajima (L) speaks at a news conference in Tokyo on Jan. 9, accompanied by Mizuno Corp. President Masato Mizuno. Kitajima, the world record holder in both the 100- and 200-meter breaststroke, said he has signed an endorsement deal with the major sporting goods manufacturer. He will be provided with new swimwear that reduces water resistance, or drag, for the Olympics in August, co-developed by Mizuno and England-based swimwear maker Speedo. (Kyodo)

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