Clay-court tennis shoes

Speed

A lightweight speed shoe for quick movers who want as little as possible on their feet.

Model example

Adizero Ubersonic 5

Sole versions in the range

Hard · Clay & artificial clay

Adult / junior versions

Men's · Women's

Example UK price

Listed £71.50

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Stability & support

adidas’s flagship stability shoe, known for control and support. If you move hard and like your foot locked in, start here.

Model example

Barricade 14

Sole versions in the range

Hard · Clay & artificial clay

Adult / junior versions

Men's · Women's

Fit

Wide fittings available

Example UK price

Listed £140.00

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Speed

A premium adidas range focused on speed. Compare it with Ubersonic on fit, support and price rather than choosing by the model tier.

Model example

Adizero Cybersonic 2

Sole versions in the range

Hard · Clay & artificial clay

Adult / junior versions

Men's · Women's

Example UK price

Last listed £69.99

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Speed

A mid-price shoe that leans towards speed. A lighter feel without the flagship price.

Model example

Defiant Speed 2

Sole versions in the range

Hard · Clay & artificial clay

Adult / junior versions

Men's · Women's

Example UK price

Listed £69.99

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Stability & support

An adidas range developed for women, with an emphasis on support. Try the fit rather than assuming the label means it suits every foot.

Model example

Avacourt 3

Sole versions in the range

Hard · Clay & artificial clay

Adult / junior versions

Women's

Example UK price

Listed £65.00

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Stability & support · Value

Support at a club-level price. A sensible pick for regular club players on a budget.

Model example

CourtJam Control 3

Sole versions in the range

Hard · Clay & artificial clay

Adult / junior versions

Men's · Women's

Example UK price

Listed £80.00

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All-round

ASICS’s premium all-round range. Compare it with GEL-RESOLUTION if support matters most, or SOLUTION SPEED if you prefer lighter handling.

Model example

COURT FF 3

Sole versions in the range

Hard · Clay & artificial clay

Adult / junior versions

Men's · Women's

Example UK price

Listed £170.00

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Stability & support

ASICS’s range focused on stability and durability. Start here if you want support for repeated stops and changes of direction.

Model example

GEL-RESOLUTION X

Sole versions in the range

Hard · Clay & artificial clay

Adult / junior versions

Men's · Women's · Junior

Fit

Wide fittings available

Example UK price

Listed £98.00

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Speed

ASICS’s premium range focused on lighter handling. Compare the fit and side support with GEL-RESOLUTION before choosing.

Model example

SOLUTION SPEED FF 4

Sole versions in the range

Hard · Clay & artificial clay

Adult / junior versions

Men's · Women's

Example UK price

Listed £140.00

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Stability & support · Value

A mid-price support shoe. You get a steady, supportive feel without paying flagship money.

Model example

GEL-CHALLENGER 15

Sole versions in the range

Hard · Clay & artificial clay · Indoor

Adult / junior versions

Men's · Women's

Example UK price

Listed £105.00

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All-round · Value

A club-level all-rounder at a sensible price, with an omni and clay sole option that suits plenty of UK club courts.

Model example

GAME FF

Sole versions in the range

Hard · Clay & omni

Adult / junior versions

Men's · Women's

Example UK price

Listed £52.90

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All-round · Value

A lower-cost ASICS tennis range for occasional play. Check the exact sole and size, especially when buying a junior version.

Model example

GEL-DEDICATE 9

Sole versions in the range

Hard · Clay & artificial clay · Indoor

Adult / junior versions

Men's · Women's · Junior

Example UK price

Listed £65.00

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Speed

Babolat’s main speed shoe, for fast-moving players. It’s made in junior sizes as well.

Model example

Jet Mach 4

Sole versions in the range

All-court · Clay & artificial clay

Adult / junior versions

Men's · Women's · Junior

Example UK price

Listed £109.99

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Stability & support

Babolat’s support shoe, sold in more than one version (look for the Fury and Storm names). Stability and durability are the selling points.

Check which version you’re looking at, as they sit at different levels.

Model example

Propulse Fury / Propulse Storm

Sole versions in the range

All-court · Clay & artificial clay

Adult / junior versions

Men's · Women's · Junior

Example UK price

Listed £110.00

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Comfort

Comfort first, with a roomier fit. Worth trying if you have wider feet or find most tennis shoes tight.

Model example

SFX 4

Sole versions in the range

All-court · Clay & artificial clay

Adult / junior versions

Men's · Women's

Fit

Roomier fit

Example UK price

Listed £87.99

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Stability & support

Diadora’s stability and control shoe, for a locked-in, steady feel on court.

Model example

B.Icon 3

Sole versions in the range

All-court · Clay & artificial clay

Adult / junior versions

Men's · Women's

Example UK price

Listed £160.00

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Stability & support

Diadora’s premium range focused on cushioning and support. Compare the fit with B.Icon; padding alone does not establish comfort.

Model example

Blushield Torneo 3

Sole versions in the range

All-court · Clay & artificial clay

Adult / junior versions

Men's · Women's

Example UK price

Listed £155.00

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Speed

Diadora’s range focused on lighter handling. Compare side support and fit with B.Icon or Blushield Torneo.

Model example

Speed Blushield Fly 5

Sole versions in the range

All-court · Clay & artificial clay

Adult / junior versions

Men's · Women's

Example UK price

Listed £145.00

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Stability & support

HEAD’s newest premium stability shoe, made for players who move hard and want plenty of support. Listed in men’s sizes.

A BOA dial version is also listed. Check its price separately from the laced model.

Model example

Endure Pro / Endure Pro BOA

Sole versions in the range

All-court · Clay & artificial clay

Adult / junior versions

Men's

Example UK price

Listed £96.90

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Stability & support

HEAD’s support-and-durability shoe: steady, and built to last. Also made in junior sizes.

Model example

Revolt Pro 5.0

Sole versions in the range

All-court · Clay & artificial clay

Adult / junior versions

Men's · Women's · Junior

Example UK price

Listed £89.99

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Speed

HEAD’s range focused on lighter handling, with clay and carpet options. Confirm the sole on the exact pair; junior versions also exist.

Model example

Sprint Pro 4.0

Sole versions in the range

All-court · Clay & artificial clay · Indoor carpet

Adult / junior versions

Men's · Women's · Junior

Example UK price

Listed £108.00

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All-round

A premium all-rounder that mixes comfort and performance, with a clay version for regular players.

Model example

Hypercourt Supreme 2

Sole versions in the range

All-court · Clay & artificial clay

Adult / junior versions

Men's · Women's

Example UK price

Listed £150.00

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Value · Comfort

A low-cost shoe with several soles, including clay and indoor carpet. A sensible pick for beginners.

Model example

Court Express 2

Sole versions in the range

All-court · Clay & artificial clay · Indoor carpet

Adult / junior versions

Men's · Women's

Example UK price

Listed £49.00

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Stability & support

Lacoste’s premium stability shoe and the successor to the AG-LT23 Ultra. Support and a steady feel are the point.

Model example

AG-LT Ultra

Sole versions in the range

All-court · Clay & artificial clay

Adult / junior versions

Men's · Women's

Example UK price

Listed £130.00

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Stability & support

Mizuno’s premium stability shoe, for a steady feel through long matches.

Model example

Wave Enforce Tour 2

Sole versions in the range

All-court · Clay & artificial clay

Adult / junior versions

Unisex · Women's

Example UK price

Listed £140.00

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Speed

Mizuno’s premium range focused on lighter handling. Compare it with Wave Enforce Tour if side support is your main priority.

Model example

Wave Exceed Tour 7

Sole versions in the range

All-court · Clay & artificial clay

Adult / junior versions

Unisex · Women's

Example UK price

Listed £130.00

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Stability & support · Value

A cheaper version of the Wave Enforce: support at a mid-range price.

Model example

Wave Enforce Court 2

Sole versions in the range

All-court · Clay & artificial clay

Adult / junior versions

Men's · Women's · Unisex

Example UK price

Listed £95.00

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Speed · Value

A lower-priced Exceed option for players comparing lighter handling. Try the fit and support before choosing it over the Tour model.

Model example

Wave Exceed Court

Sole versions in the range

All-court · Clay & artificial clay

Adult / junior versions

Men's · Women's · Unisex

Example UK price

Listed £110.00

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All-round · Value

Mizuno’s entry-level family. Fine for beginners and occasional players, and made in junior sizes.

Model example

Break Shot 5

Sole versions in the range

All-court · Clay & artificial clay

Adult / junior versions

Men's · Women's · Junior

Example UK price

Listed £75.00

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Stability & support

Nike’s supportive, cushioned performance shoe. Comfort and support come before outright speed.

Model example

GP Challenge 1.5

Sole versions in the range

Hard · Clay & artificial clay

Adult / junior versions

Men's · Women's

Example UK price

Listed £94.49

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Speed

Nike’s premium speed range. Compare its fit, support and price with Vapor Pro before deciding.

Model example

Vapor 12

Sole versions in the range

Hard · Clay & artificial clay

Adult / junior versions

Men's · Women's

Example UK price

Listed £115.99

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Speed

A lower-priced alternative in the Vapor range, including a carpet version. Check the sole, size and fit of the exact pair.

Model example

Vapor Pro 3

Sole versions in the range

Hard · Clay & artificial clay · Indoor carpet

Adult / junior versions

Men's · Women's

Example UK price

Listed £119.99

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All-round · Value

A lower-cost GP Challenge: an all-rounder for regular players at a mid-range price.

Model example

GP Challenge Pro

Sole versions in the range

Hard · Clay & artificial clay

Adult / junior versions

Men's · Women's

Example UK price

Listed £62.99

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Speed · Value

The value end of the Vapor range. A sensible club shoe if you like a light feel and have a budget.

Model example

Vapor Lite 3

Sole versions in the range

Hard · Clay & artificial clay

Adult / junior versions

Men's · Women's

Example UK price

Listed £79.99

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All-round · Value

Nike’s entry-level tennis shoe. Fine for beginners and casual players who want a proper tennis sole rather than trainers.

Model example

NikeCourt Lite 4

Sole versions in the range

Hard · Clay & artificial clay

Adult / junior versions

Men's · Women's

Example UK price

Listed £69.99

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Speed

On’s top competition shoe, built for speed and agility. A premium option for keen, quick players.

Model example

THE ROGER Pro 3

Sole versions in the range

Hard · Clay & artificial clay

Adult / junior versions

Men's · Women's

Example UK price

Listed £190.00

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All-round

On’s other premium competition shoe, alongside THE ROGER Pro, for keen players who want a top-level pair.

Model example

THE ROGER Pro Fire

Sole versions in the range

Hard · Clay & artificial clay

Adult / junior versions

Men's · Women's

Example UK price

Listed £190.00

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All-round

Wilson’s range developed for women, offered in Tour, Pro and Lite versions. Compare the exact version and try the fit.

Model example

Intrigue Tour / Pro / Lite

Sole versions in the range

All-court · Clay & artificial clay

Adult / junior versions

Women's

Fit

Designed for women's feet

Example UK price

Listed £66.90

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