Racket fabrics for Black Friday

Badminton: a outfit designed for lunges and smashes

Badminton requires short and intense efforts: deep lunges, jumps, smashes, in indoor courts where the temperature rises quickly. Therefore, the outfit needs to be very lightweight and quick-drying. Yonex, founded in Japan in 1946 and involved in badminton since the late 1950s, offers jerseys, polos and skorts for women and children. FZ Forza, established in Denmark in 1990, provides the Landos shorts and Kaddie dress, and Victor, created in Taipei in 1968, offers shorts and a skort designed for lateral movements. The short cuts allow freedom of movement for the thighs during lunges.

Other racquet sports

The racquet sports during Black Friday are also varied:

• Badminton.
• Tennis.
• Padel.
• Table tennis.
• Shoes.
• Bags.

All racquet sports are gathered on the racquet sports page.

The Team range from Tecnifibre for club players

Tecnifibre, a French brand founded in 1979 and originally known for its strings, now outfits many tennis clubs. Its Team range includes breathable mesh polos, t-shirts, stretch shorts, sweatshirts, including one model with a quarter zip, and pants, available in adult and child sizes: perfect for creating a cohesive team outfit in the same colours. For female players, the Team Top tank and the legging three-quarters are suitable for both training and matches. The Tecnifibre headband absorbs sweat from the forehead during long rallies in the heat of summer.

Shorts, skorts or dresses: three ways to dress on court

The short remains the most versatile piece: loose fit for lunges, deep pockets to hold a ball, elastic waistband. The skort, like those from Yonex or Victor, combines a skirt with an integrated short to avoid any discomfort during movements, often with a ball pocket on the thigh. The dresses, like the unlined Wilson or the FZ Forza Kaddie, offer a one-piece outfit that is cool and without a tight waistband. The choice mainly depends on each individual's comfort and the club's habits, with dresses gaining popularity among female players looking for lightweight clothing in hot weather.

Table tennis and padel: specific rules and customs

In table tennis, the international rules state that the main colour of the shirt, shorts or skirt must be distinctly different from that of the ball: that’s why competition outfits often use bright or dark shades, like those from Donic, a German specialist in the sport. In padel, often played outdoors, lightweight materials and light colours are preferred under the sun, and a jogging pant, like the Head Club or Victor, is kept for warm-ups and cool evenings. A Head wristband stops sweat from running down to the hand.

Frequently asked questions

Why choose polyester over cotton on court?

Technical polyester wicks away sweat and dries in minutes, while cotton holds onto it and gets heavy. You stay dry between matches, which helps avoid chills during a tournament.

How to choose the size of badminton shorts?

They should fit at the waist without being tight and allow total freedom during deep lunges. Test by squatting: the fabric should not pull at the thighs or ride up.

How to wash technical racquet clothing?

Wash it inside out, at thirty degrees and without fabric softener, which clogs the fibres. Air drying maintains elasticity and prints much longer than a tumble dryer.

Is a white outfit required to play tennis?

No, white is only required at a few tournaments, including Wimbledon, and in certain clubs that value tradition. In amateur competitions, coloured outfits are accepted elsewhere.

What outfit for a child starting out in tennis?

A breathable t-shirt and shorts with pockets are enough to start. Prefer child sizes over small adult sizes, as the cuts are tailored to their physique and allow movement without discomfort.