Nike Tech tracksuits sell out after photo of captured Maduro goes viral

Several online retailers reported a surge in demand for Nike Tech tracksuits after images circulated showing Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro wearing the outfit following his detention by US forces, with several listings selling out within hours.

US President Donald Trump posted a photograph of the Venezuelan president blindfolded and restrained aboard a ship, dressed in a grey Nike Tech sweatsuit.

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According to media reports, Maduro was detained during a pre-dawn raid while asleep and was initially seen wearing casual clothing.

While reactions to Maduro’s detention and the US strike were mixed among Venezuelans and international observers, his outfit became a focal point for memes and videos across TikTok and Instagram.

Search interest for “Nike Tech” spiked shortly after the images were released, according to Google Trends, as screenshots and links to the grey tracksuit spread rapidly across social media platforms.

The grey Nike Tech fleece tracksuit worn by Maduro typically retails for around $240 to $270 for a full zip-up hoodie and matching joggers, depending on the market and model.

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