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HOW TO SERVE OFF-DUTY TENNIS CHAMP

By Hannah Blincko, 6 May 2024

With all eyes on Zendaya and her movie Challengers, tenniscore is winning game, set and match in the trend tournaments. We've all been applauding spectators of Z's red-carpet serves, but if you're looking to play doubles with the film's normcore approach (masterminded by J.W. Anderson, no less), here are the items to add to your rotation.

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Zendaya serving looks on the Challengers press tour.

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She stunned in a tennis-themed dress at the UK premiere of the film.

THE TOP

adidas Tennis club tank top, £30

When your summer wardrobe plays you an ordinary tank top, return the serve with a sporty racer-back instead. We love this one from adidas, as navy ups the preppy points AND it'll look just as good with slouchy jeans and a shoulder bag as it will mid-match.

THE SKIRT

ASOS DESIGN pleated mini skirt, £20

The pleated skirt shows no sign of being knocked out any time soon, but this season it's taking to the tennis courts. Think bright whites, crisp pleats and plenty of outfit potential. We love wearing ours off-court with an oversized tee and a pair of cowboy boots. There's no umpire to say you can't mix trends...

THE SHOES

adidas Originals SL 72 OG trainers, £80

Set to be the season's one to watch, make the SL 72 OGs your wear-everywhere go-tos. We'll be pairing them with linen trousers for alfresco drinks with friends or denim shorts for all-day sightseeing. And obviously they'll serve you well for a quick back and forth on court, too.

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THE BAG

ASOS Weekend Collective oversized tote bag, £18

Ever watched Naomi Osaka or Emma Raducanu walk on court with a HUGE kit bag and thought, that's a look? It's time to take on the oversized tote. Perfect for carrying *all* your groceries, this ludicrously capacious bag will serve 'tennis player out to win the championship' in the self-checkout line.