Nike faces backlash for US Open fishnet kits amid Adidas praise
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 6:43 PM
Last updated Aug 26, 2026
Nike's basketball-inspired fishnet kits for the 2026 US Open are drawing criticism from tennis fans. Aryna Sabalenka and Amanda Anisimova showcased Nike's designs, which have been compared unfavorably to Adidas' praised offerings. Many believe Nike's lack of enthusiasm for tennis is evident, with disappointment also noted in men's kits. The design debate is heightened by Jessica Pegula's successful Adidas look. Anticipation builds for future custom kits from players like Naomi Osaka and Aryna Sabalenka, rumored for 2027.
- •Nike's kits are criticized for lacking elegance compared to Adidas.
- •Critics compare Sabalenka's and Anisimova's looks to Spiderman.
- •Fans express disappointment in the overall design approach from Nike.
- •Jessica Pegula's Adidas kit receives positive reviews.
- •Future custom kits for Sabalenka and Osaka are anticipated.
- 6:43 PMYahoo Sports — Nike gets massive backlash for 2026 US Open fishnet kits
"Nike is striking out with its basketball-inspired fishnet US Open kits.
Sources
External linksOriginal reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.
Related Stories
Last 14 days
TennisATP•Aug 26, 2026, 7:51 PMTennis: Pirates top Cubs 4-1 to move to 4-1
ATP•Aug 26, 2026, 6:45 PMAnna Wintour Names The Next Possible Fashion Star Of Women's Tennis- ATP•Aug 26, 2026, 5:51 PMUS Open 2026: Here's why ticket prices at New York's must-attend event of the summer are rising for tennis fans
ATP•Aug 26, 2026, 5:38 PMCarlos Alcaraz Says He Did Whatever Serena Williams ‘Told Me to Do’ During Mixed Doubles Run at US Open
ATP•Aug 26, 2026, 5:17 PMThe US Open Mixed Doubles Are Unfair But They’re Also Working
ATP•Aug 26, 2026, 4:41 PMFormer U.S. Open Champ Gets Last-Minute Wild Card After Fan Outcry
