Nike MELBOURNE 2020
The patterns throughout the men and women's apparel were created by Australian-raised artist Cassie Byrnes, who finds inspiration through the tropical beauty of North Queensland, translating it onto watercolor paper through pigment inks and gouache. "I start with a considered palette and story," she says. "Then I play with mark-making, texture and composition to capture the essence and spirit of the theme."
- Nike Tennis (source)
WATER COLORS
The Melbourne collection this year is IMO, one of the best works from Nike in the last couple of years. A refreshing look with thematic elements inspired from rock formations and continental shifts of prehistoric Australia. Sure, not everyone was a fan of that jumpsuit, but Nike was sure stealing the show during AO 2020.
Tracksuit game 💯@GrigorDimitrov!
— #AusOpen (@AustralianOpen) January 20, 2020
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NADAL
I’m personally not a huge fan of pink, but the combination of the pink tank, blue court, and grey accessories is admittedly refreshing! You might not notice while he is playing, but the geometric shapes on the tank top is also a nice detail.
SERENA
AO 2020 coincided with the bushfire crisis, one of the worst catastrophes in recent Australian history. Nike and tour players alike have joined in support by donating winnings and joining together in charity events. Serena ends her 3 year title drought with the ATP Aucklan Open, and tops it off by donating her entire winnings to the bushfire crisis. Here, Serena pays tribute to the Koalas with her nail art in the AO 2020.
To “kick” it all off, Nike released a special “Fairy Bread” colorway, inspired by the popular Australian treat.
