Nothing Major 153: Alcaraz Unbeatable at Indian Wells? Does Federer Track Results? + Fashion with Woodie White | EP 153
Mar 2, 2026
Woodie White, creative director of Oyster Tennis and Indian Wells fashion correspondent, gives quick fit checks and style takes. He talks on-court vs off-court looks. He highlights retro trends, relaxed fits, night kits, and players who stand out for their fashion. Short, stylish snapshots of tournament wardrobe and player personalities.
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Let Players Express Style At Press Events
- Encourage players to show personal style off-court since press conferences reveal who they are beyond kits.
- Woodie says accessories, hats and jewelry at press events give fans a fuller sense of a player's identity.
Balance Retro Flash With Relaxed Modern Fits
- Retro tennis kits add personality and bring new audiences, but innovation and relaxed fits also matter for modern appeal.
- Woodie prefers the looser, less-tight silhouettes of earlier tennis eras while still appreciating fresh, flashy retro reboots.
Players Rarely Choose Their Kits
- Players usually have almost no input on season kits; brands supply segmented gear for specific swings and Slams.
- Sam and Steve described receiving preselected kits for Australia, clay, Wimbledon whites, with limited player choice.