And that, friends, is called compensation

Posted on April 1, 2009
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In this hard economic environment, it’s tough to find money–but that’s only if you’re thinking inside the box. The same thing goes for professional athletes. Apparently they need sponsorship so they can train and perform and crap, which kind of throws the “professional” part into question. Yet they can get every bit as creative as the rest of us when desperation hits.

Romain Mensil, a French athlete filmed himself running naked, then posted it on the Internet in hopes of attracting attention and getting a new sponsor. However, the video blocks out his crotch, so there is no baguette visible. Surprisingly enough, no new sponsor has come forward yet.

Oh, and he’s a polevaulter.

Written by Bryan McBournie