Zendaya Embraces her 'Challengers' Persona at Paribas Open with Stylish Tennis Attire
Zendaya showcased a chic white monochromatic tennis ensemble while gracing the Paribas Open event on Sunday, March 17, in Indian Wells, California. Dive into Zendaya's sporty yet fashionable look at the prestigious tournament.
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Iga Swiatek from Poland chats with Zendaya following her win in the Women’s Final at the BNP Paribas Open on March 17, 2024 in Indian Wells, California.
Zendaya showed off her love for tennis at the Paribas Open on Sunday, March 17. She looked stylish in a white pleated high-waisted tennis skirt, a matching white tank top, zip-up hoodie, and white sneakers.
She styled her hair straight and parted to the side, complemented with black eyeliner, bronzed cheeks, and matte lipstick.
The event was held in Indian Wells, California, and Zendaya was accompanied by her boyfriend of three years, Tom Holland. They sat together during the final match, where Polish player Iga Swiatek competed against Greek player Maria Sakkari. Holland, who is 27 years old, wore a brown button-down cardigan and matching brown tinted sunglasses for the occasion.
Swiatek, 22, beat Sakkari, 28, in two straight sets.
Zendaya Is Officially in Her Challengers Era as She Attends Paribas Open in Tennis Look
Iga Swiatek of Poland won the Women's Final at the BNP Paribas Open on March 17, 2024 in Indian Wells, California. She posed with Zendaya and the winners trophy after defeating Maria Sakkari of Greece in straight sets. Clive Brunskill/Getty Images
After the match, Zendaya congratulated Swiatek on her victory. They smiled and chatted while holding up Swiatek's trophy for photographers. Swiatek was dressed in a white and pink two-piece tennis set, complemented by a bright pink hat.
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Later that same day, Swiatek shared one of the photos on her Instagram story. She expressed her gratitude towards Zendaya for her kindness, humor, and mindfulness.
Zendaya took to Instagram to share her excitement about meeting the tennis player and watching them play, expressing her congratulations.
With Zendaya portraying a professional tennis player in her upcoming movie, Challengers, her presence at the open on Sunday seemed quite appropriate.
Zendaya Is Officially in Her Challengers Era as She Attends Paribas Open in Tennis Look 2 Tom Holland
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Challengers, scheduled for release on April 26th, tells the story of Tashi, a retired tennis player now working as a coach. She finds herself caught in a complex love triangle involving her husband (Mike Faist) and her ex-lover (Josh O’Connor) as they face each other in a tournament.
Zendaya shared in an interview with Elle in August 2023 that this role in Challengers marks her debut as a leading lady.
Zendaya shared with the publication that taking on a new, more mature role felt like a positive step forward. She admitted feeling a bit scared, but found it exciting to challenge herself. Instead of avoiding the fear, she decided to embrace it and take a leap of faith.
Editor's P/S:
Zendaya's appearance at the BNP Paribas Open highlights her passion for tennis and her versatility as an actress. Her stylish attire and enthusiastic presence showcase her appreciation for the sport. Zendaya's interaction with Iga Swiatek after the match underscores her admiration for the Polish player's talent and her genuine interest in the sport.
Zendaya's upcoming role in "Challengers" adds another dimension to her connection with tennis. Her portrayal of a professional tennis player reflects her willingness to take on new challenges and embrace diverse roles.
