French football star Kylian Mbappé has publicly apologized after a video surfaced showing him discussing a meme that compared him to former Chinese leader Mao Zedong. The incident triggered significant negative reactions in China, leading to the termination of several commercial endorsements. Major Chinese companies, including Dongpeng, Mengniu, and Milkground, have officially severed their partnerships with the athlete. Furthermore, state broadcaster CCTV has reportedly suspended the airing of La Liga matches and content featuring the Real Madrid forward. Both Mbappé’s club, Real Madrid, and the league organization have issued formal apologies regarding the matter. The controversy stems from a backstage interview clip that circulated widely on social media, resulting in a swift and widespread boycott of the player across the Chinese market.
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