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With the success that John McEnroe’s “Mac Attack” silhouette experienced in 2023 (mostly thanks to Travis Scott), Nike is looking to retro another 90’s tennis star’s sneaker and truth be told, we’re not mad.
According to Sneaker News, sneaker legend Andre Agassi’s Nike Air Tech Challenge II is set to release sometime in 2024 and the man himself posted a picture rocking a pair of the upcoming retro. Rocking the kicks alongside his wifey, fellow tennis legend Steffi Graf, the sneaker community was excited to see that the OG sneakers would once again see the streets in 2024.
Per Sneakernews:
The Air Tech Challenge II, designed by Tinker Hatfield, is considered to be one of the greatest Nike footwear designs in history. It also helped popularize the blazing hot red shade on Swoosh footwear, adding an element of personality in a sport that once had strict on-court rules regarding attire.
Currently, a release is expected this Fall 2024 season with an MSRP of $150. It last released in 2016, so this re-issue should be met with open arms.
We personally prefer the Nike Air Tech Challenge 4 which was a bit more stylish and less bulky than the II’s, but these are pretty dope. If Travis Scott gets his hands on these and blesses them with the reverse swoosh, watch out! Heads will go crazy for those.
Check out pics of the Andre Agassi Nike Air Tech II’s below and let us know if you’ll be copping a pair when these drop sometime later this year.
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The 2023 U.S. Open has made its debut, and to coincide with the ongoing matches, athletic brand Wilson launched a new tennis apparel collection and U.S. Open collaboration on Thursday (Aug. 24). If you watch the U.S. Open, you may recognize the brand as the official tennis ball for the tournament, which they’ve been for the past 45 years now.
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To celebrate the milestone anniversary, fans and tennis players have the opportunity to bring home styles inspired by the best of New York City tennis. U.S. Open competitor Marta Kostyuk even teased the new collection when she debuted the Midtown Tennis Dress on the court as the first head-to-toe ambassador for Wilson.
Colorways you can expect to stock up on include tennis-ball yellow (naturally), classic navy and field green. Outside of apparel, players can expect tennis equipment with U.S. Open branding and a limited-edition “Noir” collection for those who prefer their equipment in a sleek black shade.
Keep reading to shop the new collections.
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Midtown Tennis Dress $118
Channel your inner tennis pro or embrace the look of the sport in this professional-approved dress that comes with a fitted waist and flowy skirt. The stretchy material will move with you while the moisture-wicking fabric helps to keep you cool, dry and comfortable.
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Unmatched Tennis Dress $88
Embrace the contrasting-colors trend in this Unmatched Tennis Dress you can sport on or off the court. It comes with a fun side slit that peeps the built-in shorts underneath and has two color options you can stock up on.
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All Day Tennis Shorts $68
Don’t be surprised when your other athletic shorts get jealous of how often you wear these All Day Tennis Shorts. Not only do you have three colors to choose from, but it’s also made with breathable fabric and side pockets for storing your phone, keys and wallet.
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Millennium Crewneck $88
Get cozy with the Millennium Crewneck that features the legendary brand’s logo on the front and is available in two colorways you can throw on as the temps cool down.
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U.S. Open Clash 100 V2 Tennis Racket $269
Ditch the pickleball equipment and try this tennis rack on for size. Not only does it come with official U.S. Open branding, but it features a plant-based bumper and six sizes to choose from.
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U.S. Open Tour 12 Pack $109
This U.S. Open Tour 12 Pack will keep all your equipment stored safely without sacrificing style. The interior has enough space to fit up to 12 tennis rackets and comes with separate pockets for storing smaller pieces of equipment.
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Congratulations are in order for Grammy-nominated rap star Cordae and tennis champion Naomi Osaka. On Tuesday (July 11), the couple welcomed their first child together, a baby girl, People reports. The couple first announced that they were expecting back in January. “Can’t wait to get back on the court but here’s a little life update […]
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The 2023 Australian Open is in full swing! The tennis tournament, which runs from Jan. 15-29, continued Tuesday (Jan. 17) with a packed schedule of matches between players from around the globe.
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Among the lineup, Illinois native Madison Keys will take on Xinyu Wong of China while Frances Tilafoe, the 24-year-old tennis player who made history upon making it to the U.S. Open semifinals last year, will face 17-year-old Juncheng Shang of China.
Other Tuesday matches include Jessica Pegula vs. Aliaksandra Sasnovich and tennis legend Raphael Nadal vs. MacKenzie McDonald.
See the full schedule here. Read on for ways to watch and stream from anywhere — with and without cable.
How to Watch the 2023 Australian Open from Anywhere
The 2023 Australian Open is available on ESPN, ESPN2 and ESPN+. If you watch live television through cable, satellite or stream through an internet provider like Verizon or T-Mobile, feel free to check your local listings for additional channel details.
If you’re a cord cutter, Fubo, Sling TV, Hulu + Live and Direct TV Stream are all great options that cost anywhere from $20 to $75 per month and most of them include a free trial when you join (use ExpressVPN to access ESPN and more from outside of the U.S.). Thanks to the magic of streaming, you have the option of watching tennis matches on your TV, computer or another device.
Live coverage of the 2023 Australian Open is also streaming exclusively on ESPN+. Not familiar with the platform? It’s $9.99 for the monthly plan or $99 annually.
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To save money on your overall bill, bundle ESPN+ with Disney+ and Hulu for $12.99 per month for ad-supported streaming and $19.99/month to stream commercial free.
Whether you’re a tennis fan, basketball lover or football fanatic, ESPN+ has something for you. Stream current and previous tournaments, including the U.S. Open and Wimbledon, along with UFC matches, NHL, NFL, NBA, MLB, soccer, and other must-watch exclusives such as the entire 30 for 30 library, Man in the Arena: Tom Brady, Derek Jeter’s documentary series and more.
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