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Prince taps C-Life Group to expand apparel across North America

Racquet sports and lifestyle brand Prince has announced a partnership with wholesale apparel company C-Life Group to design, manufacture, and distribute Prince-branded apparel across the US and Canada as it looks to evolve into a comprehensive performance and lifestyle apparel brand. Prince, owned by global brand development and licensing...

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Uniqlo expands tennis reach with Emma Raducanu

Japanese apparel retailer Uniqlo has ended weeks of speculation about who will dress British tennis star Emma Raducanu at her future tournaments by announcing the 2021 US Open winner as its latest global brand ambassador. In a statement, Uniqlo announced that Raducanu, Britain's top-ranked female tennis player, will represent the brand at all...

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FP Movement adds tennis star Emma Navarro to roster

FP Movement, the activewear line from American fashion and lifestyle brand Free People, has bolstered its athlete roster with the addition of tennis star Emma Navarro, who will feature in its campaigns, social-first content, and create custom outfits. The multi-year partnership will see FP Movement being Navarro’s exclusive activewear partner,...

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Boss debuts innovative NovaPoly yarn at Australian Open

German fashion brand Boss is set to debut an innovative degradable recycled polyester yarn for its tennis kits worn by players Taylor Fritz and Matteo Berrettini at the Australian Open in Melbourne, Australia, this month. The NovaPoly yarn is a recycled alternative to virgin polyester, developed by Boss in collaboration with Jiaren Chemical...

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ATP is launching a global shopping destination for tennis fans

The ATP, the global governing body of men's professional tennis, is launching an online shopping destination this month, which aims to offer fans “all things tennis”. The e-commerce store is being launched in partnership with Levy Merchandising, known for delivering bespoke retail solutions across sports, entertainment, and venues, which was...

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On targeting sports culture with Burna Boy partnership

Swiss performance sportswear brand On has announced a multi-year collaboration with music superstar and Afrobeats pioneer Burna Boy, which will fuse sport, culture, and creativity. In a statement, On, which also has a brand partnership with actress Zendaya, said the move advances its vision “to redefine the intersection of performance and...

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Venus Williams debuts Luar x Woolmark performance knit

Tennis legend Venus Williams made her US Open return in a groundbreaking knitted, Merino wool performance kit, designed by New York-based fashion brand Luar in partnership with Woolmark, at an exhibition match with John McEnroe. The collaboration showcases tennis looks, which aim to demonstrate the versatility and functionality of Merino wool,...

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ATP ventures into fashion apparel in collaboration with Palmes

Copenhagen-based apparel brand Palmes, which is rooted in tennis culture, has unveiled a collaboration with the Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP), as the governing body of men’s tennis ventures into fashion apparel. The collection, launching ahead of the US Open taking place in Flushing Meadows, New York, offers a limited-edition capsule...

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The Plaza Hotel unveils Lacoste-themed afternoon tea

French fashion-sports brand Lacoste is celebrating the US Open tennis championships with a tennis-inspired afternoon tea at The Plaza Hotel in New York City. The Lacoste activation with The Plaza, a Fairmont-managed hotel, pays homage to the elegance of tennis and the heritage of the French fashion brand with a bespoke afternoon tea menu,...

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Vuori makes a play for a slice of the tennis market with Jack Draper

California-based performance and lifestyle brand Vuori is looking to expand its reach and take a slice of the tennis market by announcing a multi-year deal with British tennis star Jack Draper ahead of the US Open in New York. In a statement, Vuori said the move would expand its athlete roster, which also includes American football tight end...

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Ellesse is returning to the US market with a new licensing partner

Italian sportswear brand Ellesse, owned by British sports, outdoor and lifestyle group Pentland Brands, is returning to the US with a new licensing agreement, with a focus on the brand’s tennis and ski collections. Pentland Brands has signed a long-term licensing partnership with The Iconic Brand Corporation (TIBC), a new company spearheaded by...

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CLOT opens inaugural 'Country Club' pop-up in London

Hong Kong-based streetwear label CLOT by Edison Chen has opened its first-ever pop-up store in London, merging “sports, style, and community” to coincide with the 2025 Wimbledon Tennis Championships. Located at 13 Bridle Lane in Soho, London, the ‘CLOT Country Club’ pop-up will run until July 13 and draws inspiration from classic country club...