Professional tennis returned to Madison Square Garden on December 4th with The Garden Cup, a special one-night-only exhibition tennis match that featured four of the biggest stars in the sport. Four-time grand slam champion Carlos Alcaraz took on American powerhouse Ben Shelton, and US Open stars Jessica Pegula and Emma Navarro squared off in an All-American battle.
Though Alcaraz defeated Shelton, and Navarro bested Pegula, exhibition tennis is not really about the competition. Yes, the players are out there to win, but they are really out there to put on a show with a display of behind-the-back, through-the-legs, around-the-net trick shots that elicit a roar from the crowd every point. And speaking of the crowd, occasionally they get pulled on to the court to play a point or two.
One of the sponsors of the Garden Cup was cult tennis brand BOAST who outfitted the officials, event staff, and ball persons. BOAST was also the presenting sponsor of The Garden Cup Junior Match featuring rising stars and identical twins Kristina and Annika Penickova. Since 2008, Madison Square Garden has been a platform for showcasing the best young tennis players in the world, giving juniors the opportunity to experience competition in one of the most iconic venues in sports. Past participants include US Open champions Coco Gauff and Sloane Stephens, as well as American standouts Frances Tiafoe and Reilly Opelka. Read More
These jackets might look like the inside of your puffer with their geometric stitching and baffling, but these 9 quilted favorites make lightweight and warm stylish jackets on their own.
Don’t let the cold weather stop you from enjoying that run or workout in the park. With the right gear and layers, fall and winter can be the most beautiful seasons to train outdoors.
CLOCKWISE TOP LEFT: CRAFT SPORTS ADV EXPLORE HYBRID DOWN JACKET $140. Crafted for warmth and flexibility, this hybrid jacket combines ultra-light 90/10 down padding on the upper body with soft brushed power fleece on the sleeves, sides, and bottom. It’s perfect as an outer layer in mild temperatures or a mid-layer in colder weather.
PATAGONIA STRIDER PRO SHORTS $79. On warmer days, pair these four-way stretch all season shorts with a long sleeve layer on a run. Liner briefs and wide stretch-knit waistband adds comfort. Three large pockets let you stash essentials.
GARD PRO ULTRA SPORT SMARTWATCH $89.99. The Gard Pro Ultra offers every metric and tracker you’ll find on the most expensive sport watches — heartrate and blood pressure monitor, sleep tracker, respiratory and stress indicator, and many more — for half the price. Waterproof, it’s built to withstand the toughest sport conditions. Explore and track over 110 varied workouts across all your favorite sports accessible with a single tap on the screen. Stay connected, get notifications, make calls, and play music via your smartphone too. Watch face is customizable with a multitude of interfaces.
NIKE PEGASUS 41 RUNNING SHOES $140. The 41st iteration of the ever-popular Nike Pegasus running shoe features a ReactX foam midsole and springy platform for more energy return and a responsive ride. Increased stack heights in both the forefoot and heel add cushioning and protection. Read More
All eyes on Paris these Summer Olympic games, and its chic sporty style. These are your summer essentials from favorite all-french brands like Saint James, A.P.C., Isabel Marant, Celine and more, as we celebrate Parisian style.
Everyone has gotten in the game for spring, luxe and lifestyle brands alike. Horizontal, vertical, wide and narrow striped — take the field in one of these 9 bright and playful rugby shirts!
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