During the 1984 Summer Games in Los Angeles, McDonald’s announced a promotion that offered free food and drink every time a U.S. athlete reached the medals podium. The former Soviet Union boycotted the Olympics leading to many American wins and a very costly promotion. – WTF Fun Facts
Source: https://www.latimes.com/sports/olympics/la-sp-mcdonalds-olympics-20170616-story.html
WTF Fun Fact – Costly Olympic Promotion
