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

Nike has unveiled their basketball-inspired 2026 US Open kits for Alexandra Eala and Carlos Alcaraz, pending Alcaraz's recovery from injury. The designs feature netting and cut-outs as prominent design elements, as seen in Aryna Sabalenka's black and red kit, which received mixed reactions. Eala and Alcaraz are shown in varying shades of blue.

Eala's outfit stands out from Sabalenka's in the positioning of the netting (back and sides for Eala, front for Sabalenka). This more conventional tennis dress has garnered more positive feedback. The sleeveless, reversible shirt for Alcaraz is available in different shades of blue. Fans are eagerly anticipating Alcaraz's debut in the New York Knicks-inspired look.

The shirt and shorts outline create a distinct basketball appearance. Frances Tiafoe's absence from Nike is mentioned, as his style would have suited this design well. Naomi Osaka's kit for the US Open remains a mystery, with rumors suggesting metallics could be featured, but the walk-out look is expected to be exceptional. Nike claimed victory at last year's US Open with Sabalenka and Alcaraz winning the singles titles. The success of this trend in 2026 remains to be seen.