Olympic Athletes Are Competing For Pairs Of 3d Printed adidas Sneakers

As if the sweet taste of Olympic victory and a hefty medal wasn't reward enough, -sponsored athletes have got an added bonus to look forward to should they secure a place on the podium – one of the very first pairs of adidas' debut 3D-printed sneaker.

Named the 3D Printed Winners Shoe, the shoe is a runner with a web-like 3D printed sole unit and heel counter. The design is reminiscent of the prototypical . Surprisingly, the Winners Shoe has been successfully tested and approved for long distance running up to 10km.

For those select athletes sponsored by the Trefoil, a spot on the podium guarantees a pair of these revolutionary kicks, with gold, silver or bronze laces to match their achievement. New Zealand women's rugby player Tyla Nathan-Wong was the first to take home a pair following NZ's silver medal win.

No details regarding a public release have been announced at this stage, but you can rest assured we'll keep you posted if these are headed for retail.