Nike Tennis recently unveiled the looks that Rafael Nadal, Roger Federer and Juan Martín del Potro will wear on the clay courts of Roland Garros later this month. The collection features Dri-FIT fabric and flatlock seams to provide comfort and performance throughout a demanding tournament. FYI, it’s going to be Nadal all the way.
Last year’s winner Rafael Nadal will seek achieve victory once again in the Nike Premier Rafa Crew and Nike Air Max Courtballistec 4.3 trainers (below). Designed for maximum comfort, the crew features flatlock seams, Dri-FIT mesh panels and UVA and UVB protection. Featuring a curved hem and no-darts, the Nike Premier Rafa Crew is a perfect fit for the King of Clay.
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World number 2 Roger Federer will wear the Nike Premier RF Crew: a Dri-FIT jacquard fabric top that uses cutting-edge technology inspired by a true tennis legend. The bonded design of the Crew (below) incorporates sonic-welded side seams for a comfortable fit. Federer will also wear the Nike Premier RF Knit Jacket and Nike Zoom Vapor 9 Tour shoe. The jacket (below) is designed with a ribbed stand-up collar and ‘RF’ monogram screen-print on the left arm these stylish details are perfect for Federer’s customary post match costume change. The NIKE Zoom Vapor 9 Tour is the result of a collaboration between Federer and Tinker Hatfield, VP of Creative Design at NIKE. The shoe (below) offers the lightweight support and comfort of a running shoe with the durable foot-frame needed for making quick turns on the court, a combination befitting a tennis great.
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The 2009 French Open Chamion Juan Martín del Potro will don the Nike Advantage UV Stripe Crew and Nike Air Max Cage shoes (below). The Advantage Crew offers UVA and UVB protection during from the long matches under the sun. The bold striped design reflects del Potro’s confident style of play, while the non-restrictive crew neck and raglan sleeves enable uninhibited motion for a player with a powerful serve. The Nike Air Max Cage offers a balanced mix of flexibility, support and durability in one lightweight package. The Drag-On Cage technology features a unique pattern created specifically for tennis. The Max Air units give athletes like Del Potro impact protection and comfort.
