At the Garden Cup exhibition event on December 4 at Madison Square Garden, the four featured tennis stars—Ben Shelton, Carlos Alcaraz, Jessica Pegula, and Emma Navarro—wore custom-designed shoes that showcased their unique styles while highlighting the event’s theme. These shoes not only incorporated the date and venue but also celebrated their sponsorship partnerships.
- Ben Shelton, sponsored by Roger Federer-backed On, wore shoes with a striking orange-and-black design. His name was embossed in gold, and the event’s details, including the date and venue, were prominently displayed.
- Carlos Alcaraz, wearing Nike, sported sleek black shoes with yellow-and-red accents. His shoes included “The Garden Cup” and “MSG,” a nod to Madison Square Garden, the iconic venue.
- Jessica Pegula, representing Adidas, wore shoes with a cool blue backdrop and brown stripes. The golden “The Garden Cup” lettering stood out, reflecting the event’s branding.
- Emma Navarro wore FILA shoes featuring a turquoise body with royal blue accents. “GARDEN CUP” was showcased on the left heel, while the right shoe bore “Navarro” and “ACE.”
Shelton took to his Instagram Story, expressing his excitement over the On shoes, sharing the event’s post and writing, “Custom MSG x @On go crazy.”
Match Results:
- Carlos Alcaraz defeated Ben Shelton in a thrilling men’s singles match, 4-6, 6-2, 7-4, while also showcasing his sportsmanship after Shelton slipped during a point.
- In the women’s singles, Emma Navarro triumphed over Jessica Pegula with a 7-6, 6-4 victory, aided by advice from the audience during the match.
- The event also featured a fun doubles session, where Alcaraz teamed with Navarro and Pegula paired with Shelton. Alcaraz and Navarro won their doubles point after Alcaraz’s earlier loss in the singles rally.
The Garden Cup was a day filled with exciting matches, custom footwear, and memorable moments, making it a fun exhibition for fans at Madison Square Garden.
