Thursday, October 8, 2026, 2:50 PM - 3:20 PM
How Tennis Is Serving Culture

Tennis is having a cultural reset. A new generation of players, fans and storytellers is reshaping how the sport shows up beyond match play—from fashion and luxury to creator culture, entertainment and the broader boom in racquet sports. The result is a tennis ecosystem that feels more accessible and expressive, while still carrying the heritage that has long made the sport distinctive.

Caitlin Thompson of Racquet Magazine, Rosie Garschina of Versus and Michael Sutton-Long of Tennis Channel unpack what’s behind tennis’ renewed cultural pull and what it means for brands looking to enter the conversation. Explore how media, original content and unexpected partnerships are translating the personalities, rituals and aesthetics of the sport for new audiences—and how brands can tap into the momentum without simply chasing the trend.