Nike releases basketball-inspired 2026 US Open kits for Alexandra Eala, Carlos Alcaraz

Nike tennis is sharing its basketball-inspired designed 2026 US Open kits for Alexandra Eala and hopefully Carlos Alcaraz (if he is healthy enough to play).

Netting and cut-outs are central themes in Eala’s kit which were also visible in Aryna Sabalenka‘s black and red kit which garnered mixed reviews.

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Eala and Alcaraz are photographed in differing shades of blue.

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Alexandra Eala for Nike

Eala’s look differs from Sabalenka’s in the placement of the netting (back and sides for Eala and front for Sabalenka).

This is a more traditional tennis dress and has received more favorable reviews.

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Carlos Alcaraz for Nike

Fans miss Alcaraz and hope that they can see him wearing this New York Knicks-inspired look.

The sleeveless shirt is reversible with different shades of blue.

Mar 20, 2026; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; Carlos Alcaraz (ESP) hits a forehand against João Fonseca (BRA) (not pictured) on day four of the 2026 Miami Open at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

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The outline of the shirt and shorts gives a distinctive basketball feel.

Too bad Frances Tiafoe is no longer with Nike because this is a look that would suit him well also.

In case you are wondering, there is no definitive word on Naomi Osaka’s US Open kit yet. The rumor is that metallics will be featured, but we know the walk out look will be above and beyond.

Nike swept last year’s US Open with Sabalenka and Alcaraz crowned as singles champions. Will that happen again in 2026?

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