Gucci is luxury, fashion, red carpets. But in recent years, the brand has been appearing more and more on sports courts. From tennis to equestrian sports, from football to running. Gucci is striving to ride the wave of sports chic. We tell you how the luxury brand is becoming a sports brand.

History: Gucci and Sports

Gucci was founded in 1921 as a manufacturer of leather goods and accessories for riders (horse harness). The first bags were for jockeys. In the 1970s, the brand was associated with elite leisure (golf, tennis, yachts). In the 1990s, Gucci moved away from sports, becoming glam-rock. But in the 2010s, it returned to "sporty chic".

In the 2020s, creative director Alessandro Michele (until 2023) actively used sports motifs (sneakers, trekking). Since 2023, a more subdued course, but sports remain.

Gucci and Tennis

In 2021, Gucci released a collection in honor of the 50th anniversary of collaboration with ... no one. But it sponsors the "Gucci Tennis Classic" (exhibition). Gucci signed a contract with Belarusian tennis player Aryna Sabalenko. It produces tennis clothing: white skirts, polos, sneakers. On Wimbledon, Gucci is not allowed due to the dress code (white is required).

Does Gucci also produce tennis rackets? No, that's not their profile. But accessories — yes.

Gucci and Equestrian Sports

Remembering its "roots", Gucci sponsors horse show competitions. In 2023, the brand became a partner of "Longines Global Champions Tour"? No, it's Rolex. But Gucci holds its own horse shows in Italy. It releases the "Gucci Horsebit" collection (bags, belts with a horse bridle). Also, luxury riding boots.

For riders, Gucci is a status symbol.

Gucci and Football

In 2021, did Gucci release football sneakers? No, but it collaborated with football club AS Roma (jewelry). In 2024, with Los Angeles Galaxy. It produces balls (leather, handcrafted, for 2000 dollars). Also, fan gear: scarves, caps, t-shirts.

Football clubs use Gucci for gala events.

Gucci and Sneakers

In 2018, Gucci released the "Rhyton" sneakers — bulky, "dad", Disney prints. They were worn by stars (not athletes). In the 2020s, the "Screener" model (inspired by 1970s basketball sneakers). They are light, on thick soles. In 2025, the "Jackie" (for running). But professional athletes do not run in Gucci (it's uncomfortable). It's more "streetwear".

Gucci is not for records, but for photos.

Gucci is not a sports brand in the sense of "equipment for professionals". It's a brand inspired by sports, making it fashionable and accessible to the wealthy. If you want to win, wear Nike. If you want to look good, wear Gucci.

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