Pat Benson

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Articles

The Nike Book 1 '1995 All-Star' is a Best Seller in Online Sneaker Sales

4 days ago | yardbarker.com | Pat Benson

Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker's first signature Nike basketball shoe has been a massive success. After a slow start, the Nike Book 1 started hitting shelves in several fan-favorite colorways. Perhaps no version of the Nike Book 1 has been more popular with a wide range of fans than the "1995 All-Star" colorway. In fact, it just hit a major milestone at one of the world's most recognizable sneaker stores.
A'ja Wilson's signature Nike shoes drop in 2 new styles next week

4 days ago | yardbarker.com | Pat Benson

Over the past few years, the footwear industry has finally realized that WNBA players can move sneakers with the best of them. Look no further than Las Vegas Aces center A'ja Wilson. Nike recently launched Wilson's first signature basketball shoe, and it sold out online within record time. Luckily, athletes and fans will not have to wait long for more colorways to be released.
HEYDUDE Steps onto the Green with First Golf Shoe Launch

5 days ago | si.com | Pat Benson

Like all great competitors, HEYDUDE cannot be stopped. The American footwear brand has endeared itself to people of all ages thanks to its laid-back style and lightweight models. After dominating the lifestyle sneaker market, where is there left to go? The answer is the performance industry. On Friday, HEYDUDE officially launched its first-ever golf shoes. After teasing the launch of Instagram, HEYDUDE has launched the Wally and Wendy golf shoes in men's and women's sizing.
Novak Djokovic Accepts Wildcard for Geneva Open

5 days ago | si.com | Pat Benson

The G.O.A.T. is going to Geneva. Novak Djokovic has accepted a wildcard spot to play in the 2025 Gonet Geneva Open. The ATP 250 event takes place on the clay courts of Geneva from May 18-24. Djokovic is in search of his 100th career title, as he has not won a tournament since last year's Summer Olympics in Paris. Even worse, Djokovic has struggled through clay court season this year. So far, Djokovic is 0-2 on clay courts.
First Look: Vanessa Bryant Unveils Nike Kobe 9 EXT High 'Vino'

5 days ago | yardbarker.com | Pat Benson

Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant's signature Nike basketball shoe line is in good hands. Vanessa Bryant has worked with Nike to successfully relaunch the line and grow hype to unprecedented levels. Vanessa and Nike have managed to make most basketball shoes and apparel easily accessible for hoopers and fans while limiting more special styles to maintain the brand's prestige and popularity.
First Look: Vanessa Bryant Unveils Nike Kobe 9 EXT High "Vino"

5 days ago | si.com | Pat Benson

Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant's signature Nike basketball shoe line is in good hands. Vanessa Bryant has worked with Nike to successfully relaunch the line and grow hype to unprecedented levels. Vanessa and Nike have managed to make most basketball shoes and apparel easily accessible for hoopers and fans while limiting more special styles to maintain the brand's prestige and popularity.
Brooks Running Made Major Upgrades to its #1 Best-Selling Shoe

6 days ago | si.com | Pat Benson

Brooks Running continues to push the pace in the footwear industry. The athlete-approved shoe company has expanded into the lifestyle sneaker markets while continuing to provide top-notch performance running shoes. On May 1, Brooks Running unveiled the newest addition its the beloved Ghost line: the Ghost 17. The road running shoes arrive in multiple colorways with a retail price of $150 in men's and women's sizes at BrooksRunning.com.
Jannik Sinner's Body Transformation Shocks Tennis Fans

6 days ago | si.com | Pat Benson

This weekend, Jannik Sinner will return to the tennis court for the first time in over three months. The last time the tennis world saw Sinner compete was during his victory at the Australian Open. Shortly after securing his third Grand Slam in Melbourne, Sinner begrudgingly accepted a three-month ban for his 2024 doping case. He has spoken a lot about how he did not want to accept the ban but has tried to turn a negative into a positive. It appears Sinner has done just that.
Carlos Alcaraz Says He's Confident About 2025 French Open

6 days ago | si.com | Pat Benson

Carlos Alcaraz kicks off his campaign at the Italian Open (Internazionali BNL d'Italia) tomorrow. Before Alcaraz competes in the ATP 1000 Rome, he took part in media availability today. While there is a Masters event upon us, all eyes are on the second Grand Slam of the season at the French Open later this month. According to The Tennis Letter, a reporter asked Alcaraz if he was confident about his chances to defend his title at Roland Garros despite missing time.
Naomi Osaka Pulls Off Dramatic Comeback in Italian Open 2nd Round

6 days ago | si.com | Pat Benson

Just minutes before her highly anticipated second-round match at the Italian Open against Naomi Osaka, Paula Badosa pulled out with a back injury. It was a deflating for Badosa and tennis fans in Rome. So, Osaka should have had an easy match against lucky loser Viktorija Golubic, right? Wrong. Osaka had to dig deep to pull off a three-set comeback: 2-6, 7-5, 6-1. Osaka found herself down a set, with Golubic serving for the match 5-4.