Now that we’re in thick of Australian Open Tennis Championships, and with the TV cameras focusing on the players’ shoes all the time, one can’t help wonder what’s special about them – if any.
Tennis shoes offer a number of benefits to the player – the first and foremost among them being providing good balance, which is a crucial factor when negotiating long volleys as well as 120 miles per hour serves.
They must also provide much more flexibility than ordinary shoes for the simple reason that the feet can tend to twist and sway in different angles and directions. The flexible fit will prevent the sudden twists and turns, and help prevent injury.
Also, they must be cozy and fit comfortably. The last thing you want on your mind when facing Rafael Nadal is discomfort in your shoes.
