Olympic legend Michael Phelps opens Under Armour store in Dubai

The global sporting giant's newest UAE location is 700 square metres in size and will soon stock a collection by Godolphin

Swimming champion Michael Phelps cuts the chain at the grand opening of the Under Armour store at Dubai Mall. Under Armour
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One of the world's biggest sporting stars was on hand in Dubai today to open "the world's largest Under Armour store".

Michael Phelps - a brand ambassador for the global sporting giant - hosted the grand opening event at the Dubai Mall store and took part in an exclusive question and answer session.

The American swim star spoke about the importance of dedication and training. “It’s an amazing opportunity to join Under Armour and open their newest Brand House in Dubai,” said Phelps.

“Witnessing the expansion of the brand from my hometown in Baltimore, Maryland to Dubai and all over the world is incredible and I’m honored to be part of the brand’s ability to empower athletes everywhere.”

The new Under Armour store in Dubai Mall stocks an equestrian collection by Godolphin. Under Armour
The new Under Armour store in Dubai Mall stocks an equestrian collection by Godolphin. Under Armour

The store, which boasts a floor space of 700 square metres, stocks everything from running gear to basketball, golf, youth and team sports, and will house collections from Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson, Misty Copeland and Godolphin (due in-store soon).

The historic partnership between Godolphin and Under Armour marks the first time a leading global sports brand has teamed up with an international equestrian organisation to stock a bespoke clothing range.

The Under Armour store is on the first floor of Dubai Mall, next to The Waterfall, and is open from 10am daily. For more go to www.dubaimall.com 

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