Court Briefs: 5 Best Tennis Shorts for Men
With summer officially under way – in the Northern Hemisphere, at least – and most major North American sports in a lull, that can mean only one thing: tennis. That’s right, we’re already halfway through Grand Slam season, with Wimbledon currently underway and the US Open a little under two months away. There’s no better time to round-up the five best shorts options to update your tennis whites.
1. H&M Sports Shorts
They’re not white, and they’re not built specifically for tennis, but H&M’s Sports Shorts are made from a breathable fabric, have zippered pockets and are unlined. Plus they come in a variety of dark colors–in case you want to perturb the purists.
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2. Uniqlo Sport NK Dry Shorts 17WB
In recent years, Uniqlo has made a push into real athletic wear, and the NK Dry Shorts are the best of what the brand has to offer. Uniqlo’s DRY-EX material dries quickly and won’t cling to your body, giving you a wide range of motion. Whether you can return a 100+ mph serve is still up to you.
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3. Lacoste Diamond Weave Taffeta Tennis Shorts
Lacoste was co-founded in 1933 by French tennis player René Lacoste, so they know a thing or two about the game. Made from a diamond weave taffeta fabric, these white shorts will feel crisp and smooth no matter how hard you rally.
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4. Nike Court Flex RF
These are what Roger Federer wears when he’s playing a bit of tennis. He’s won 18 Grand Slam titles. Yes, they flex, stretch and do everything you need a pair of tennis shorts to do, but they also have specialized ball pockets so as not to hinder your game when you’re packing. Also, Roger Federer wears them.
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5. Under Armour UA Tournament
Unlike most tennis shorts, Under Armour went with a looser cut on the UA Tournament shorts–without sacrificing any technical innovations. They’re lightweight, flexible and feature UA’s Storm coating to repel water. They also come in black and navy.
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