The Carnaby Evo sneaker is a classic lace-up design with a sport-luxe twist that features clean lines and a minimalist look.
Premium leather uppers with precise stitching and punched detailing on the quarter showcase core elements of Lacoste’s design language.
The tennis-inspired cupsole construction accentuates the silhouette’s on-court origins, while extra padding at the collar and heel offers exceptional seasonal comfort.
Metallic hits along the eyestay and on the heel provide sport-luxe refinement. Team with cropped trousers or shorts for an eye-catching look.
Price: Dh450
BOOKS
Paper Lion
Price: Dh15
Where to buy: Amazon
Harvard-educated George Plimpton recounts his experiences in successfully talking his way into training camp – not as a reporter but as a player – with the Detroit Lions, even playing one pre-season game.
When The Game Was Ours
Price: Dh23
Where to buy: Amazon
From the moment legendary NBA players Larry Bird and Magic Johnson took the court on opposing sides, they engaged in a fierce physical and psychological battle. The book reveals how bitter rivals became lifelong friends.
FILMS
The Wrestler
Price: Dh41
Where to buy: desertcart.com
The tragically brilliant tale of wrestler Randy “The Ram” Robinson who is past his prime but can’t seem to step away from the squared circle. Mickey Rourke is absolutely superb in the title role.
Chariots of Fire
Price: Dh46
Where to buy: desertcart.com
The Olympic Games are upon us and why not get in the mood with arguably the greatest athletics film of all-time. Two very different British track athletes compete for glory at the 1924 Olympics, starting as foes but becoming friends.
Mario Tennis Open
Price: Dh98-130
Where to buy: pricena.com
No Nintendo 3DS collection is complete without this gem, combining tennis with all your favourite Mario characters. Expect all the same crazy fun that you’ve come expect from Mario Kart as Mario & Co step onto the court.
UAE FA
Price: Free
Where to buy: App Store/Google Play
For any fan of UAE football, this is a simply brilliant tool. It provides everything a fan of the Arabian Gulf League or UAE national team could want, from daily news, information and statistics about competitions. Available in both Arabic and English.
