Regardless of falling to world No. 1 Jannik Sinner within the 2024 US Open ultimate on Sunday, Taylor Fritz nonetheless broke a 15-year drought of American males in Grand Slam finals. The No. 12-seeded Fritz was the primary American man to succeed in a serious singles ultimate since Andy Roddick at 2009 Wimbledon and the primary to succeed in a US Open ultimate since Roddick in 2006.
Simply earlier than the match started, Japanese sportswear firm Asics welcomed Taylor Fritz to its world athlete roster. The 26-year-old Californian ditched his common Nikes and wore the Asics Gel-Resolution 9 tennis shoe throughout play at this yr’s US Open.
Footwork is essential to Fritz’s enjoying type and the Asics Gel-Decision 9 is each quick and versatile for protecting the courtroom. In keeping with the model, these sneakers create superior stability and cushioning for gamers who like to manage the sport from the baseline. That includes Ascis’ “DYNAWALL” know-how, they add stability throughout lateral actions.
For faster recoveries in between photographs, the Asics Gel-Decision 9 has a full-length outsole and separated heel to assist produce a extra secure touchdown. “By likelihood, I attempted the sneakers throughout a photoshoot after which in apply that very same afternoon, and I instantly felt extra comfy than I had in years. The consolation, the help, the pace—it’s simply on one other stage,” Fritz stated in a press launch.
The tennis star and Olympic bronze medalist wore the white and black tennis shoes, however there 20 totally different colorways to select from relying in your dimension.
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