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Tennis players around the world perform at a very high level in various tournaments, from Grand Slams to various ATP or WTA events. While we all know that it’s up to a player’s physical and mental capabilities to perform at a top level in every match, to help them perform at a high level, tennis gear is equally important. As part of the gear, tennis shoes are essential to perform well in a match.
Many stars like Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic, Serena Williams, Naomi Osaka, and others play with their own signature tennis shoes on the tennis court. Fans also wait eagerly to watch their favorite player’s gear at a Grand Slam event. Every player on the tour wears new clothes for a Grand Slam tournament, along with the shoes. So which are the best tennis shoes in the world right now?
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Top five best tennis shoes on the market right now
When you are buying a tennis shoe, you need to know all the details. Some shoes are best for speed, some are comfortable, some have the best stability, some are really affordable, and some of those are best overall.
NikeCourt Air Zoom Vapor Pro
This is one of the fastest pair of shoes right now, built to make you feel like you’re flying on the tennis court. Apart from speed, the traction in this shoe is also pretty awesome. As a result, it’s also one of the best shoes for sliding around the court. This shoe also has solid toe protection and will protect your toes from sliding too much.
In terms of comfort, this Nike pair is not bad either. However, this shoe is not the most durable among the very best tennis shoes right now. In the market, it will cost around $137, which is slightly on the higher end.
Asics Gel-Resolution 8
Asics makes some of the best tennis shoes in the world, as some of the best players like Gael Monfils and Novak Djokovic use this brand. This shoe is pretty balanced. In terms of balance, stability, speed, durability, and comfort, this shoe is preferred by many.
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However, one minor issue with this shoe is it’s not for people with wide feet. You can get this shoe on the official website of Asics for $114.95.
Adidas CourtJam Bounce
Adidas CourtJam Bounce is one of the most affordable tennis shoes out there. This will only cost you around $53, which is a far more affordable price, as compared to other branded tennis shoes. Many would think this is not a good tennis shoe after seeing the price. However, it’s one of the best tennis shoes out there in terms of comfort and stability.
K-Swiss Hypercourt Express 2
For both men and women, K-Swiss Hypercourt Express 2 works pretty well. The main plus point about this shoe is its cushioning. Apart from comfort, you will also get great traction on any court, which is a plus point for many professional players.
However, a person with narrow feet will not find this very shoe very comfortable. In the official store, you will get this shoe for $115.
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NikeCourt Zoom Vapor Cage 4
Nike specifically designed this shoe for 21-time Grand Slam champion Rafael Nadal. That’s why this shoe has insane popularity among fans. Apart from being popular, this shoe has great support and durability. If you like to slide on the court often, this is the shoe for you.
The cushioning is less in this show, but it’s really comfortable to wear. However, Zoom Vapor Cage 4 is much heavier than other tennis shoes. You can get this shoe in the Nike store for $143.
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