Perhaps the connection between tennis and watchmaking is due to some of the world's best tennis players hailing from the watch capital of Switzerland.
Tennis and watches pair as naturally as strawberries and cream. Amidst the Australian Open, we've prepared a review of the best watches inspired by this sport. From affordable microbrands to high-end tourbillons, these models reflect the spirit of tennis through thoughtful design: dials resembling tennis balls, color palettes inspired by tennis courts, and even cases made from composite materials created from real rackets and shirts used in matches.
HTD Tennis Sport
Tennis has long been linked with watchmaking, but rarely are watches designed specifically for this sport. Italian microbrand HTD changes the game with the Tennis Sport model, featuring a compact 37mm stainless steel case that combines vintage charm with modern practicality. The dial mimics the texture of a tennis ball, and the unusual scoring system in tennis is displayed with large markers at 3, 6, and 9 o'clock (don't be confused by the "Fourty" inscription at 9 o'clock!). Additionally, small " + " and " - " signs between the 1 and 11 o'clock markers imitate scores.
The case is just 9mm thick, and the weight on a steel bracelet is 64 grams, ensuring comfort during play (although most tennis players don't wear watches on the court). The case is water-resistant up to 100 meters thanks to a screw-down crown. Inside is the automatic Miyota 9039 movement with a 42-hour power reserve. HTD offers three dial options symbolizing different court surfaces: Erba (green - grass), Cemento (blue - hard), Terra Rossa (orange - clay).
- Price: €679 (approximately $750 USD).
Maurice de Mauriac x Racquet Rallymaster IV
The fourth collaborative model from Swiss brand Maurice de Mauriac and Racquet magazine debuted just in time for the Australian Open. Designer Carlton DeWoody gave the Rallymaster MkIV a new look: a 39mm case with black PVD coating and bright neon accents inspired by night matches at Melbourne Park. The dial features a small seconds hand at 9 o'clock, divided into three sectors with pink and blue shades. These colors reference previous Rallymaster editions and convey the atmosphere of night games under the court's blue light. The lines on the dial glow blue in the dark, matching the luminescent stripe on the fabric strap.
Dimensions of 47mm "lug to lug" and a thickness of 12mm ensure comfort for prolonged wear. A screw-down crown guarantees water resistance up to 100 meters. Inside is the automatic Landeron 24 caliber with a 40-hour power reserve and a frequency of 28,800 vibrations per hour. The movement is visible through a smoked sapphire case back with a tennis ball print in the center and a racket design around the edge. Two straps are included: a perforated black leather strap with a buckle and a black fabric strap with a luminescent stripe. The edition is limited to 100 pieces, each set complemented by a signature black tennis ball.
- Price: $2400 USD (excluding VAT).
Rado Captain Cook X Tennis Limited Edition
Rado celebrates 40 years of supporting tennis with a limited edition Captain Cook, dedicated to partnerships with tournaments from Gstaad to Melbourne and athletes like Ash Barty and Cameron Norrie. The 39mm stainless steel case features a polished bezel with a matte ceramic insert, giving it a classic diver's watch look in a compact format. Dimensions of 45.5mm "lug to lug" and a thickness of 12mm make the watch comfortable for most wrists despite water resistance up to 300 meters. The deep concave dial smoothly transitions from a white center to dark ruthenium edges, with luminescent markers in tennis ball color at 15, 30, and 40 minutes, along with the word "game" at 12 o'clock on the rehaut. A yellow luminescent second hand and rotating anchor at 12 o'clock complete the details.
While the "Bismarck" stainless steel bracelet gives a vintage look, the main feature of the Captain Cook is three additional NATO straps symbolizing Grand Slam court surfaces: green - Wimbledon grass, red - Roland Garros clay, blue - Melbourne and New York hard courts. The embossed case back also depicts these three surfaces.
- Price: $2800 USD.
Norqain Wild One Skeleton Stan The Man Limited Edition
Norqain honors three-time Grand Slam champion Stan Wawrinka with a limited series featuring real tennis ball fibers on the nameplate. The 42mm case uses the proprietary Norteq construction - a carbon cage complemented by a yellow-green rubber shock absorber inspired by tennis ball colors. The strap, made of black and yellow-green rubber, is adorned with a pattern resembling a tennis net. Wild One is one of the few watches truly suitable for tennis: they withstand shocks up to 5000 g, allowing play without damaging the mechanism. ATP professionals Matt Ebden and Wawrinka himself have played in these watches.
The COSC-certified movement based on Sellita with a 41-hour power reserve is visible through the transparent case back, but the main focus of the review is an image of Wawrinka with the dates of his Grand Slam victories: Australian Open 2014, Roland Garros 2015, US Open 2016. The set includes a signature chrome box in the shape of a tennis ball and a ball signed by the athlete. The edition is limited to 85 pieces in honor of Wawrinka's birth year - 1985.
- Price: $6990 USD (with traditional clasp) / $7390 USD (with folding clasp).
Gerald Charles Maestro GC Sport Tennis
Typically, Gerald Charles Maestro surprises with complex materials and skeletonized dials, but in this version, homage is paid to the tennis ball. The case is made of grade 5 titanium with sandblasted treatment and carbon PVD coating for scratch resistance. The model weighs only 64 grams with the yellow Velcro strap and titanium "darkblast" buckle. The strap is made of yellow vulcanized rubber with a flexible iron core, providing strength and a leather-like feel. The dial mimics a tennis ball surface - a grainy yellow texture with smoky edges creating depth.
Inside is the Vaucher GCA 3002 movement with an Incabloc system providing shock resistance up to 5G - tested by ATP players Andrea Vavassori and Hubert Hurkacz. The power reserve is 50 hours, and through the sapphire case back, exquisite finishes are visible: colimaçonnage, côtes de Genève, and perlage. These watches were worn by Australian tennis player Alex de Minaur during the Australian Open 2026, where he reached the quarterfinals.
- Price: $20,700 USD.
Hublot Big Bang Tourbillon Novak Djokovic GOAT Editions
The latest Hublot watch dedicated to Novak Djokovic represents the pinnacle of integrating tennis and watchmaking art. The case is made from a composite material created from recycled polo shirts and tennis rackets used by Djokovic in competitions. This gives each model a unique connection with one of the greatest tennis players in history. Three color variants symbolize Djokovic's victories on different Grand Slam surfaces: matte blue - hard (72 pieces), orange - clay (21 pieces), and green - grass (8 pieces), the most exclusive. The number of models corresponds to the number of victories on each surface, with the possibility of new releases after future victories - if Djokovic wins this Australian Open, a 73rd blue model will appear.
The MHUB6035 movement with micro-rotor and tourbillon features a three-dimensional lattice mainplate mimicking tennis racket strings. Each "string" is 0.55mm thick, created using laser engraving and coated with black PVD. The uneven gaps imitate string movement during play, and the attachment points replicate racket construction. The screws have an S-shape reminiscent of tennis balls and require a special screwdriver. The white calf leather strap replicates the texture of tennis grip tape. This model belongs to the luxury segment.
- Price: $115,000 USD.
This guide will help choose the best tennis watches, considering the sport's specifics and unique design solutions that make each model not just an accessory but a true symbol of tennis culture.