The game’s up: Bracelet has ‘no link to prowess’

THE makers of the Power Balance bracelet worn by footballer David Beckham have admitted there is no evidence that the wildly popular wristbands boost sporting prowess.

The admission came after Australia’s consumer watchdog said the California-based company behind the wristbands and pendants had no business claiming that the colourful silicone bands improved balance, strength and flexibility.

After an agreement with the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission last month, Power Balance wrote: “We admit that there is no credible scientific evidence that supports our claims.”