ASICS helps tennis players find their perfect match on court with Playing Styles approach

More guidance to move body and mind

• As 85%* of tennis players prioritize finding shoes that match their specific tennis movement patterns, ASICS is making it easier than ever to find the right footwear by identifying two core playing styles: Speed and Stability
• For Stability tennis players, the GEL-RESOLUTION™ X tennis shoe provides the lateral support they need to own every baseline rally. For the Speed tennis players, the SOLUTION SPEED™ FF 4 tennis shoe provides the lightweight responsiveness needed for all-court movement

[8 June 2026 – Hoofddorp, The Netherlands] – ASICS today launches its global playing styles approach designed to help tennis players find the right shoe for the way they move.

Aiming to make it easier than ever for players to find the correct tennis footwear, ASICS is the only brand owning playing styles and is focusing on the two core styles of play that define the modern game: Speed and Stability.

The launch has been backed by research that showed that 85%* of tennis players prioritize finding shoes that match their specific movement on court. The new Playing Styles approach has been tested and approved by 82%** of players and consumers for its clarity and relevance. It addresses direct feedback from global retailers that shoppers feel overwhelmed by choice when selecting footwear, by simplifying the process of identifying the right tennis shoe for their needs.

For Stability Playing Style tennis players, the GEL-RESOLUTION™ X provides the lateral support they need to own every baseline rally.

For the Speed Playing Style tennis players, the SOLUTION SPEED™ FF 4 provides the lightweight responsiveness needed to make every explosive movement count for all-court movement.

ASICS first started developing footwear products based on the way players move in 2007, nearly twenty years ago, after recognizing that every tennis player possesses a unique way of moving on the court, whether this is with agile speed or grounded stability.

The brand has remained committed to engineering shoes specifically tailored to empowering these individual movement patterns across the court. Built on the philosophy of Kaizen, meaning continuous improvement, this concept has been continuously refined and improved for decades.

Now, with the launch of the Playing Styles approach, ASICS brings nearly 20 years of research and development to tennis players everywhere, making it easier than ever to find the right shoe for their game.

Stability vs. Speed, which one are you?

STABILITY – GEL-RESOLUTION™ X
More stability to move body and mind

The GEL-RESOLUTION™ X shoe is engineered for the baseline player, designed to deliver the lateral support and a grounded feel to encourage confident, side-to-side movement. This shoe provides superior stability to support stable footwork needed for players to rally with confidence, control, and patience from the baseline.

Lorenzo Musetti, ASICS athlete and professional tennis player said: “The GEL-RESOLUTION™ X shoe provides the stability that I need to play my best tennis from the baseline. The lateral support makes me feel grounded and gives me a lot of confidence in long rallies knowing my footwork is stable through every side-to-side shift. It truly helps me to move with total confidence and control.”

SPEED – SOLUTION SPEED™ FF 4
More speed to move body and mind

Engineered for players who prioritize speed and agility, the SOLUTION SPEED™ FF 4 tennis shoe provides lightweight responsiveness for quick, multi-directional movement. This shoe is designed for the all-court player, allowing them to move with total confidence and pace

Belinda Bencic, ASICS athlete and professional tennis player said: "The SOLUTION SPEED™ FF series has always been essential for my game and each new iteration feels even more dynamic. The shoe gives me the lightweight responsiveness I need for fast movement and the instant acceleration to cover the court with total speed and confidence. Having that reliable support under my feet is key to helping me move and feel at my best."

Rene Zandbergen, Global Performance Research and Innovation Manager at ASICS, added: "At ASICS, our journey is rooted in the Japanese principle of Kaizen, which drives us to continuously refine our footwear to better support every athlete’s unique journey on the court. With this approach, we have evolved our Playing Styles to be easier to understand, guiding players to the right footwear for their game. By making it easier for tennis players to find the right shoe that matches their Playing Style, we hope more people will get to experience the uplifting feeling of tennis on body and mind."

The SOLUTION SPEED™ FF 4 and GEL-RESOLUTION™ X shoes are available to purchase online at asics.com and select ASICS stores worldwide.

– ENDS –

*Tennis research, n=1596 respondents, tennis players aged 18-64 playing tennis at least once a month in the UK, FR, DE, IT, SP.

**Tennis research, n=1979 respondents, tennis players aged 18-65 playing tennis at least once a month in the UK, DE, FE, IT, SP, February 2024.

Notes to Editors:

STABILITY – GEL-RESOLUTION™ X

 Key features include: 

• Premium cushioning: FF BLAST™ PLUS cushioning delivers superior comfort that helps support steady movement throughout the match by absorbing impact during hard landings.
• Side-to-side support: DYNAWALL™ technology provides side-to-side support for baseline rallies, reinforcing the midfoot to keep the foot stable during lateral shifts.
• Firm fit: DYNALACING™ lacing system enhances stability by creating a firm, comfortable fit that wraps the foot to help prevent internal sliding during play.

Above: Lorenzo Musetti wearing The GEL-RESOLUTION™ X shoe from the New York Collection

SPEED – SOLUTION SPEED™ FF 4

Key features include:

• Lightweight comfort: FLYTEFOAM™ technology midsole cushioning, featuring bio-based materials, offers advanced comfort in a lightweight design so fast movement feels light and agile.
• Faster acceleration: SPEEDTRUSS™ technology is designed to support instant acceleration for fast, responsive movement, engineered to propel the foot during forward motion and quick transitions.
• Superior traction: PRECISION-SOLE™ outsole with ASICSGRIP™ rubber in the toe area delivers superior traction and grip for fast footwork.

Above: Belinda Bencic wearing The SOLUTION SPEED™ FF 4 shoe from the New York Collection.