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Alex Eala's $42 Nike shirt sells out quickly amid design criticism

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 8:30 PM

Last updated Aug 19, 2026

Alex Eala's $42 Nike shirt sells out quickly amid design criticism

Summary

Alex Eala's new $42 Nike shirt sold out shortly after its release, reflecting her increasing popularity on the WTA Tour. Featuring floral accents and her name, the shirt faced mixed reviews, with some fans describing the design as 'low effort.' Eala celebrated the launch, sharing her excitement on social media. After the initial sellout, Nike's U.S. product page showed that inventory was replenished, allowing customers to purchase the shirt again. This release follows Eala's recent victory at the Mubadala DC Open, marking the first WTA Tour singles title for a player from the Philippines.

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By the Numbers

•Alex Eala's $42 shirt sold out within minutes of the launch.
•The design includes floral accents and Eala's name on the back.
•Some fans criticized the shirt's simplicity compared to previous designs.
•Nike's U.S. product page indicated replenished stock after sellout.
•Eala recently won her first WTA Tour singles title at the Mubadala DC Open.

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8:30 PMYahoo Sports — Alex Eala’s $42 Nike Shirt Sold Out Fast Even as Fans Called the Design ‘Low Effort’

What they're saying

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Alex Eala’s growing star power has moved from packed tennis crowds to the merchandise rack. Nike released a $42 shirt bearing the Filipino tennis star’s ... Read More
— Yahoo Sports

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