Sneaker named for a big cat

PUMA

["This German sportswear brand shares its name with a wild feline known for its agility and stealth, often spotted in the Americas."]

This clue plays on the double meaning of "big cat"—it could refer to actual large feline animals like lions or tigers, but here it hints at the Puma brand, which uses a cougar (another big cat) as its logo. The word "sneaker" narrows it down to footwear brands, and Puma is a well-known athletic shoe company named after that animal. It’s a straightforward reference where the animal’s name directly matches the brand.