The new capsule collection looks to Abdul-Jabbar’s legacy, incorporating sport, culture, and style in Wales Bonner’s signature thoughtful way. A recurring detail throughout is a nod to Kareem’s “sky hook,” which appears as a subtle logo motif.

_{adidas Originals x Wales Bonner}

_{adidas Originals x Wales Bonner}

Then there’s the track top that comes embroidered with a dragon, in homage to Abdul-Jabbar’s martial arts-inspired acting career, and pairs with the track pants. The lineup also includes a basketball-ready tank and shorts, plus socks in the colours of his two pro teams.

On the footwear side, Wales Bonner revives the adidas Jabbar silhouette. The WB Jabbar Lo updates the ’70s design with suede uppers, mismatched stripe hues, and a gold-foil sky hook stamped on the tongue, which’s part contemporary, part retro.

_{adidas Originals x Wales Bonner}

In the campaign, which was shot by Oliver Hadlee Pearch, we see classic portraiture and jazz influences with model Jecardi Sykes channeling Abdul-Jabbar’s spirit in imagery that merges archival clips, quotes, and music to highlight the player’s cultural presence.

by Felicity Carter

The adidas Originals by Wales Bonner Jabbar collection is now available via adidas.com, the Confirmed app, and select retailers.

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Founded in 1980, Hublot is a renowned Swiss luxury watchmaker recognised for its bold designs, innovative spirit, and unparalleled craftsmanship. Built on a philosophy of innovation and passion, the brand has mastered ‘the art of fusion’, blending materials, styles, and ideas in a way that pushes the boundaries of traditional watchmaking.

_{Patrick Mahomes for Hublot}

Long associated with excellence, Hublot has partnered with some of the most celebrated athletes in the world, including Usain Bolt, Novak Djokovic, and Kylian Mbappé. The addition of Mahomes, one of the NFL’s most electrifying talents, continues the brand’s commitment to aligning with champions at the top of their game.

Mahomes is known not only for his exceptional athleticism and leadership under pressure, but also for his dynamic and unpredictable playing style. He has shattered records and led his team to historic victories. These traits perfectly mirror Hublot’s philosophy of precision, boldness, and performance.

_{Patrick Mahomes for Hublot}

The announcement comes as Hublot celebrates the 20th anniversary of its “Big Bang” mindset. This is a design and innovation mindset that challenges conventions and embraces a bold, contemporary aesthetic. The “Big Bang” philosophy represents more than a watch collection. It’s a way of thinking: versatile, fearless, and constantly evolving.

With Mahomes now part of the Hublot family, the brand strengthens its presence in North America and reaffirms its status as a leader in both luxury and performance-driven partnerships.

by Ellis Dowle

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Since 2024, Hilfiger has been the official lifestyle apparel partner of the U.S. SailGP Team. This bold move has aligned the brand with one of the most electrifying sports on the planet. The team sees 12 catamarans racing at speeds up to 100 km/h in iconic locations like New York, Sydney and Saint-Tropez.

_{Tommy X US SailGP}

The capsule taps into Hilfiger’s deep sailing heritage. It reworks nautical staples with a modern edge. Signature red, white, and blue colour-blocking runs throughout, tying the collection together with bold, recognisable style. A standout piece is the heavy-duty flag jacket. It features a three-layer fabric construction and a water-resistant finish, built to handle tough any-weather conditions.

The performance polo is another highlight, made with sweat-wicking material and UV protection for all-day comfort. For more casual moments, graphic tees, heavyweight knit hoodies, and a color-blocked crewneck bring style and ease. Each piece blends functionality with street-ready appeal. It’s sailing gear, redefined for the everyday.

_{Tommy X US SailGP}

Continually, the lineup includes water-resistant bucket hats, performance caps with adjustable closures, and durable sailing gloves engineered for grip and agility. Nautical-inspired backpacks and crossbody bags in the brand’s signature colour palette offer practical storage with sleek design.

Technical socks and reversible belts round out the collection with subtle yet impactful details. Each accessory is built to withstand the elements while seamlessly transitioning from race day to everyday wear, embodying the collection’s core ethos: born on the water, built for the city.

_{Tommy X US SailGP}

Whether you’re watching the races, hitting the city, or just love the vibe of performance-meets-style, this drop brings something fresh to the table. It’s a smart blend of classic Hilfiger with a high-speed twist and is built to handle the elements. This collab proves that sailing style can go way beyond the water.

by Ellis Dowle

The post Tommy Hilfiger Merges Sailing And Fashion For USA Sail Team first appeared on The Glass Magazine.

Designed by the house’s menswear studio, under the direction of creative director Pharrell Williams, the new Formal Wear and Formal Travel Wear collections include ready-to-wear pieces, shoes and accessories. They will be worn by players and team representatives during official events and travel.

_{Louis Vuitton for Real Madrid}

Pharrell Williams, Men’s Creative Director, says, “Real Madrid stands for excellence and evolution – always pushing forward. That energy fuels what we do at Louis Vuitton. This wardrobe was made to move with that same spirit – pieces that travel with purpose, strength, and style. Real Madrid and Louis Vuitton share a deep respect for community – it’s why we do what we do, and that shared value is what makes this connection feel so powerful.”

The collection also features bespoke luggage in Louis Vuitton’s signature Monogram canvas, detailed with white and gold stripes and the initials RM. A special leather charm in Real Madrid colours has also been created exclusively for this partnership, and will not be available for sale.

_{Louis Vuitton for Real Madrid}

On the partnership, Pietro Beccari, CEO of Louis Vuitton, says, “We are proud to support a club whose history, marked by countless national and international victories, continues to inspire entire generations.”

He adds, “Louis Vuitton and Real Madrid share foundational values that have propelled them to the highest peaks of their respective disciplines, driven by an uninterrupted quest for excellence, surpassing oneself, and a spirit of innovation.” 

_{Louis Vuitton for Real Madrid}

Marking Louis Vuitton’s growing involvement in global sport, we’ve seen the Maison design trophy trunks for F1, the FIFA World Cup, the NBA, the Rugby World Cup, the Ballon d’Or, and more.

by Felicity Carter

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Now headed up by CEO Antoine Pin, the brand’s core collection consists of three iconic families designed by Jack Heuer, cue the TAG Heuer Carrera, Monaco, and Autavia, and it’s rounded out with the contemporary TAG Heuer Link, Aquaracer, Formula 1, and Connected lines.

_{TAG Heuer for 2025 F1}

Back in the driving seat and perfectly exuding its motto, “Don’t Crack Under Pressure” TAG has announced that it is once again the F1’s official timekeeper, and right in time to celebrate 75^th anniversary of Formula 1 this year.

With a rich history in the sport that spans over seven decades, 2025 marks the revival of their partnership that embodies luxury, precision, innovation, performance and speed. After all, TAG Heuer was the first luxury brand to have its logo appear on a Formula 1 car in 1969, the first to sponsor a team in 1971 and, with 239 wins and 15 World Drivers’ Championships to its name, it’s one of the most successful brands in history to be associated with Formula 1.

_{Steve McQueen wearing TAG Heuer}

“In a sport defined by mental resilience, physical strength, strategy, innovation, and performance it is only natural for TAG Heuer to be at the very heart of Formula 1 as Official Timekeeper” says Antoine Pin, CEO of TAG Heuer.

He continues, “With decades of history in F1 connecting us to the most successful drivers and teams of all time, we are honoured and privileged to be the name connected to the very thing that defines the winner: time. As Formula 1 and their exceptional team continue to build on the amazing work that has been done to create one of the greatest properties in sport, we are excited to be part of the journey and create new stories to enrich TAG Heuer.”

_{Ayrton Senna wearing TAG Heuer}

Formula 1 has become one of the most culturally significant and successful sporting championships in the world, with 750 million fans worldwide and a fanbase that’s becoming younger and more diverse—just head over to TikTok to see its popularity amongst a younger audience.

The 2024 season saw 1.5 billion viewers tune into the action-packed season, where the wheel-to-wheel racing went down to the wire between McLaren and Ferrari for the Constructors’ Championship in Abu Dhabi.

On the next stage of the F1 x TAG Heuer partnership, Stefano Domenicali, President and CEO, Formula 1 says the timekeeping brand is a natural fit, “With their focus on innovation, accuracy and excellence, they are a natural partner, and I am excited to see how our intertwining heritage can tell new stories for the future as we celebrate our 75th year.” 

As part of the collaboration, TAG Heuer will have a significant presence both on and off the track, through trackside branding, Fan Zone and Paddock Club activations and new product ranges that encapsulate the drama of Formula 1. Roll on the Australian Grand Prix in March.

by Felicity Carter

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Glass speaks to Ramla Ali whose epic story as a former child refugee turned boxing champ, turned fashion model and activist continues to win her many plaudits  

Professional boxer, activist, author and model, Ramla Ali is sitting comfortably. Nestled into a rainbow-hued dressing gown, hood up and looking like the world No.2 IBF and WBA boxing champion she is, Ali is an open book, discussing the trials and tribulations of being a top athlete.

She has an epic life story that extends far beyond her years. No wonder she has a BAFTA and Oscar-winning team behind her biopic, In The Shadows, starring Letitia Wright in the lead, which is due to be released this year.

_{Photographer: Elliot James Kennedy}

But well before Hollywood came knocking, Ali’s story began in Mogadishu, the capital of Somalia. One of seven children, Ali and her family had to flee the war-torn country when her 12-year-old brother, Abdulkadir, was killed by a stray grenade while playing outside. With the trauma of war dominating her early years, there was little time to celebrate births, and she is unsure of her age – but she and her older sister decided on September 16, 1989, as her birthday.

After a perilous boat crossing to Kenya, where hundreds died, the Ali family took refuge in Kenya, waiting for hours in long queues for UN aid and food. It was here that Ali’s dedication to charity was cemented: “If it wasn’t for all those people helping me and my family, who knows where I’d be. For me, charity is so important. I always say, there’s so many things that I’d love to achieve in the ring, but more than that, I want to be remembered for everything that I did outside the ring.”

_{Photographer: Elliot James Kennedy}

From Kenya, the arduous journey continued, taking the family to London, firstly to Paddington in temporary housing and then on to the East End, where you can now find a magnificent mural of Ali commissioned by Numbi Arts on Bethnal Green Road. Looking up into the distance, Ali’s portrait encapsulates her steely determination and quest for a positive future. “Chase Courage” is spelled out in a handwritten scrawl above the mural, reminding people of this local hero and her hunger for change.

Having been bullied at school for being overweight, Ali first slipped on a pair of boxing gloves aged 12 at her local leisure centre, where she tried a boxercise class and immediately “fell in love” with the sport. “In return I was getting healthy, losing weight and gaining more self-confidence.” After the centre closed down, she turned to her neighbourhood kickboxing gym. Since then, she has fought and won 14 Muay Thai fights. 

Ali explains how most boxing careers begin as an amateur, competing on a national level before representing your country and then on to the Olympics. Post-Olympics, the hope is to turn professional and “get paid to box, basically”.

Like much of her life before, Ali’s journey into boxing was not quite so smooth. Despite winning the nationals twice and being a British citizen, she was never selected to represent England or Great Britain. Devastated, Ali was close to quitting: “You want to try and be the best possible version of yourself that you can possibly be and I remember thinking back in 2016, ‘what’s the point if I can never make it to the Olympics?’” 

_{Photographer: Elliot James Kennedy}

It wasn’t until a fellow athlete and friend suggested she represent Somalia did Ali find another route to boxing on the world stage. At first, she was hesitant. “People were just going to think, ‘well you could never compete for England or Great Britain, so Somalia is the next best thing’.”

But later, she became convinced that doing so would help raise awareness about the country of her birth. Having stepped up, she became the first person in history to win a gold medal for Somalia in boxing and also the first female in history to represent Somalia at the Olympics. But again, the path to the Games wasn’t easy without the financial resources of a big country backing her.

At one point, Ali and her husband and manager, Richard Moore, became almost homeless trying to fund the training and logistics that come with competing on an international level. Then in stepped the fashion industry, saving and supporting Ali’s boxing career.

From the outside, modelling and boxing couldn’t be further apart and yet the two complement one another in Ali’s life. While most of her competitors were full-time athletes, she found herself “on set for 12 hours, and then leaving to go training. I was so tired but I had to do it because when you want to achieve something so bad, you stop at nothing to do it.”

Her fashion credentials are supermodel worthy, having been hand-picked by the Duchess of Sussex, Meghan Markle, in 2019 to be shot by the late great Peter Lindbergh to grace Vogue’s famous Force For Change cover alongside Greta Thunberg, Jacinda Ardern, Sinéad Burke, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie and more.

Ali is signed with IMG models and it is evident that legacy fashion houses can’t get enough of her, with Burberry, Cartier, Coach and Dior campaigns under her belt. Dior, alongside Alexander McQueen and Off-White, has also created custom looks for Ali in the ring. 

_{Photographer: Elliot James Kennedy}

Ali’s experience couldn’t be further from The Devil Wears Prada stereotype. “I once walked on to set with six fresh stitches above my left eye from a match. I thought I’d be asked to leave but everybody loved it and they embraced it, wanting to show the fact that I’m a boxer. I’ve learnt you should never judge a book by its cover. People always think that fashion is cut throat, where you have to be a size zero and six foot tall or you’ll never make it.” In short, Ali has found the industry to be a “very welcoming” space with “a lot of inclusivity”. 

Ali reached dizzying fashion and personal heights at the 2022 Met Gala dressed in a jaw dropping, whimsical white Giambattista Valli gown paired with Cartier jewels and Jimmy Choo shoes. Later that night, she shared an emotional hug with tennis star Venus Williams, thanking her and sister Serena for their inspiration.

“Seeing two black women dominate a predominantly white sport and kill it … I always say representation is so important. You can’t be what you can’t see, and seeing them do it just showed me that I could possibly do it as well.”

Long before this encounter, Ali was also leading by example. After getting her coaching qualifications, she launched The Sisters Club in 2018, a charity that offers free weekly sports classes in boxing, football, running and basketball across London, New York and Florida, sharing with vulnerable women discipline, self-defence skills and the positive mental and physical effects of exercise.

One year later, her charitable and sporting pursuits merged when she became a UK ambassador for Unicef and turned professional. But it didn’t stop there – throughout that first year in the professional ring, Ali donated a quarter of her earnings to the Black Lives Matter campaign. 

_{Photographer: Elliot James Kennedy}

Ali’s boxing career also marks her out as the first female to fight in Saudi Arabia (where she knocked out her opponent in the first round in just 65 seconds) and the first female English Muslim to win an English amateur boxing title. Her fiery talent has caught the eye of world class fight promoter Eddie Hearn, who proved very understanding when she decided to take a break after her last fight in November.

The camp she trained at before then “was so emotionally draining”, to the extent that she couldn’t box or even watch her friends compete. She turned to a sports psychologist “to make sure my mental health was in check”. Thankfully by January, she was ready to return to the ring, “I found a coach here in London. His name’s Larry Ekundayo and he’s just made me fall in love with boxing again.” 

While the conversation surrounding mental health and sport is on the rise, Ali reminds us to never “believe what you see on social media. People always post their wins, they never post their losses”.  Today she’s “not afraid” to open up about her “tough times” because “I’m hoping me talking about it is going to help someone else. And why wouldn’t I want to do that?”.

In 2021, Ali spread her message to a new audience with her writing debut, Not Without A Fight: Ten Steps To Becoming Your Own Change, a self-help book published by Stormzy’s Merky Books and Penguin Random House charting Ali’s 10 most important fights. 

_{Photographer: Elliot James Kennedy}

When questioned on where she would like to see change in boxing, she points immediately to the glaring pay disparity between male and female boxers, one of the biggest in professional sport. Ali is also uncomfortable with the increase in female boxers showing “a lot more skin because they think that will bring them the fans and put more eyes on the sport”.

She agrees that if that “empowers” and “liberates” a woman then she should do it. “But I also think you that you don’t have to do that … I always say if more women supported women, we’d have a bigger audience and the more eyes that are on women competing, the more money we’d get paid.” 

It seems as though the exceptional effort Ali has put into turning her life around is finally paying off. Last year, she was ranked one of Time’s 12 Women Of The Year and in just few a months’ time we shall see her back at what she does best, boxing, with a fight scheduled for announcement.

Despite Ali not receiving the support she should have had at the start of her career, it seems her destiny, mixed in with hard graft, has other ideas for her. So how does someone who has forever forged her own way in life know they are on track? “I never knew I was on the right path,” she quickly replies. “I always knew I just wanted to do something that made me happy and that’s what I ended up doing.”

In honour of Glass’ 15-year anniversary, I ask Ali what she would say to her 15-year old self, to which she responds, “Never worry about the box that people are trying to put you in because it makes them feel good. Always be true to yourself. Always go out there and try to achieve your dreams because no one can live your life for you. And make sure you live a life that’s full and that’s happy.” 

by Charlie Newman

ramlaalisistersclub.com

Photographer: Elliot James Kennedy

Stylist: Lewis Munro

Make up: Jessica DeBruyne

Hair: Nicola Harrowell

1st photography assistant: Madison Blair

2nd photography assistant: Matt Trapp

Stylist assistant: Ada Matylda

Talent: Ramla Ali

_{Look 1: LOVE necklace in 18K yellow gold, Clash de Cartier ring in 18K rose gold with onyx and diamonds, both CARTIER, Jacket PATRYCJA PAGAS, Trousers KIKO KOSTADINOV} 

_{Look 2: LOVE necklace in 18K yellow gold, Clash de Cartier ring in 18K rose gold with onyx and diamonds, both CARTIER, All clothing KIKO KOSTADINOV, Shoes DIESEL}

_{Look 3: LOVE necklace in 18K yellow gold, Clash de Cartier ring in 18K rose gold with onyx and diamonds, both CARTIER, Jacket PATRYCJA PAGAS, Top, trousers KIKO KOSTADINOV, Shoes DIESEL}

_{Look 4: Juste un Clou earrings in 18K yellow gold with diamonds CARTIER, Jacket ISSEY MIYAKE}

_{Look 5: LOVE necklace in 18K yellow gold CARTIER, All clothing KIKO KOSTADINOV, Shoes DIESEL}

_{Look 6: Clash de Cartier ring in 18K rose gold with onyx and diamonds CARTIER, Jacket TOD’S, Jacket CHOPOVA LOWENA, Shorts TOGA, Shoes GUCCI} 

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Emphasising the mind, body and spirit, Aman imbues each treatment with local healing traditions to provide innovative treatments. Now, furthering its presence in the wellness world, Aman has just announced Novak Djokovic as its first Global Wellness Advisor.

_{Novak Djokovic}

Having won 24 Grand Slams and set the record as the tennis player with the most consecutive weeks at World Number 1, Djokovic is no stranger to mental and physical well-being.

Following the appointment of Maria Sharapova as an Aman Global Wellness Ambassador in 2023, Djokovic is certain to further enhance Aman’s wellness offerings with his expertise and attention to detail. In particular, the famed sportsman will have an adversarial role with Aman Essentials, focusing on future product development and brand extensions.

“To remain competitive at the highest level, over an extended time period, demands far more than skills,” explains Djokovic. “Over the years, I have cultivated a comprehensive daily wellness routine, combining mental health, nutrition and fitness, that has enabled me to achieve sustained success both on the global stage and in my personal life. Sharing those learnings with Aman guests will be both a privilege and a pleasure.”

_{Amanruya, Turkey – Experience, Tennis Court}

Additionally, as part of Aman’s wellness programming, Maria Sharapova will host Building Resilience: A Maria Sharapova Retreat at Amanzoe in Greece from the 23^rd to the 26^th of September. Meanwhile, her half-day Strength and Recovery programme is available within Aman New York’s daily spa programming.

by Sophie Richardson

_{For more information or to book, please visit here.}

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Now, following the first races in Jeddah, Venice and Monaco, the grandeur and beauty of Lake Como will set the scene for the E1 World Championship later this month.

_{E1 boats powered by batteries and electric motors. Photo courtesy of E1}

_{The E1 race series was launched at Monaco Yatch Club in September 2020. Photo courtesy of E1}

The Italian Alps that surround Lake Como are cloaked in green during the summer, a dramatic and lush background for a raceboat regatta and adrenaline-fuelled action on the lake’s surface area of 146 square kilometres.

For a viewing experience of a lifetime, a special package at Villa d’Este includes accommodation and access to the exclusive Ocean Club throughout the weekend of the event. There will be opportunities to meet the pilots of the nine E1 teams competing for the ‘Champions of the Water’ title, experience the podium, and also enjoy world-class hospitality.

_{E1 is the first and only all-electric raceboat world championship. Photo courtesy of E1}

_{Team Raffa. Photo courtesy of E1}

Villa d’Este has a luxurious setting along the lakefront on the south-western shore of Lake Como and its grand gardens provide superb relaxation when timeout is needed from the exhilarating boat races. The hotel’s facilities include the Beauty Center and Sporting Club with a heated indoor pool, a gym, sauna, steam room, squash court, a putting green, outdoor fitness equipment and 8 tennis courts.

by Sean Sheehan

_{UIM E1 World Championship is from 23rd – 24th August. For more information and booking, see Villa d’Este}

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_{Aurelien Giraud by Kenny Germe}

_{Louise-Aina Taboulet by Marili Andre}

Paying homage to the elegance in movement and the notion of resilience alongside the limitations of audacity and dreams, Dior merges the worlds of fashion and sport in celebration of the international multi-sport event. 

Building on these themes, Dior has formed ties with multi-medalist international athletes such as long jump specialist Erwan Konaté, Paralympic swimmer Alex Portal, tennis player Casper Ruud, rower Matteo Sartori and climber Matteo Zurloni.

Further, the brand has strengthened relationships with Olympic athletes who already have established relationships with the brand as Dior Ambassadors, fencers Cheung Ka-Long and Sara Balzer, skateboarders Louise-Aina Taboulet and Aurélien Giraud, boxer Estelle Mossely, surfer Kauli Vaast, and 110-meter hurdles champion Sasha Zhoya. 

_{Estelle Mossely by Marili Andre}

_{Edward Cheung Ka Long by Kenny Germe}

Dior’s association with the 2024 Olympic Games further projects the values of respect, audaciousness, devotion, discipline and creativity that sit at the crux of the French Maison.  

by Nicole Pereira

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Reflecting on his record-breaking success with Mercedes-AMG, the immersive space will showcase the highlights of his career that he has had with IWC on his wrist.

_{Lewis Hamilton x IWC}

With special editions made exclusively for the driver and also more commercial pieces on display, the exhibition will delicately balance the timepieces with memorabilia and artefacts that helped accomplish the wins and drives of the British sports star.

From the Silverstone race suit in 2021 that he won the race in, to the Ingenieur Chronograph Edition Lewis Hamilton, to IWC branded driving gloves from the 2013/14 season and of course, Mercedes-AMG F1 W10 Power+ car.

_{IWC Pop Up at Battersea Power Station}

For a limited time only, enjoy the reflective pop-up of Lewis Hamilton and IWC’s decade-long partnership this July.

by Imogen Clark

_{Register to get a ticket here}

_{2nd-7th July 2024 at Malaysia Square, Battersea Power Station, London, SW11 8BJ}

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Should further proof be required, Richard Branson just installed a court on Necker. So it stands to reason that the world’s hottest hotels are jumping on board. From the Hamptons to Hawaii, you can get your dinks in, and now there’s a new kid on the block: Kagi in the Maldives.

_{Pickleball court at Kagi}

Billing itself as a ‘boutique wellness island’ with just 50 villas, the resort is utterly tranquil in every way. No motorised watersports, no golf buggies, no bicycles. Seaplanes aren’t even allowed to land in the vicinity. The only noise to interrupt the birdsong and gently lapping waves is the cheerful tock of pickleballers at play… We’ll come onto this in a bit.

First, I need to tell you about the wellness side. There are daily stretching classes, yoga and pilates plus sound healing, massage and facials of every variety. All the oils are natural – marula and neroli – because, on Kagi, nature rules. Giant heads of frangipani line the sandy paths. Orchid-filled flower beds are fenced in by rows of baby coconut husks. Sprouting coconuts adorn restaurant tables.

All the colours and textures of Kagi adhere to an elemental scheme: towelling cushions the colour of seaglass, woven latticework screens and pearly pool tiles that shimmer brighter than any I’ve seen. 

_{Leo Bear playing Pickleball at Kagi, Maldives}

The food is sublime. At the spa, it’s health food par excellence: paleo bread to rival Bodyism’s, chia green smoothies and reef fish ceviche straight from the sea. But if you want to indulge, the creamy truffle tagliatelle at Nonna’s (the resort’s Italian restaurant) is 100 per cent worth the calories.

Now onto the pickleball offering… I’m pleased to report, it’s ravishing. The court meets the highest international standards – flawless smooth surface, bright painted lines and a professional-grade net. As for the opposition (bright-eyed hotel staff), they’re highly charged and impossibly athletic. Excellent fun. Areef, the hotel’s General Manager, is a born-and-bred Maldivian – and pickleball-obsessed, so you’ll never be short of a player.

Full disclosure: ‘too hot in the kitchen’ (inside pickleball joke, sorry) takes on a whole new meaning in the Maldives where temperatures simmer around the 30-degree mark year round. I lost every game. Went back to my villa with a beetroot-coloured face. But with a backdrop of swaying palms and Indian Ocean breakers, it really is every inch the fantasy. 

The question is, are you up to the challenge? 

by Leo Bear

_{For more information visit https://kagimaldives.com/.}

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The campaign features a t-shirt with the graphic, “I SUPPORT SPORT FOR CHANGE”, as AC Milan and Off-White come together to showcase the positive change that can arise from the power of sport.

Transpiring in the Dandora and Korogocho slums of Nairobi, the Fondazione Milan initiative works with the organisation Alice for Children, which aims to support the at-risk children and women of Kenya.

The partnership comes with the belief that sport — in conjunction with educational activities and psychological aid — can encourage and support girls to become strong and self-dependent women.

The project will offer 1300 at-risk 10 to 18-year-old Kenyan girls the chance to be part of a training program where they will practice football and gain confidence in their strength and worth during a tender time in their growth, resulting in their motivation to fight for their rights and encourage a more inclusive society.

The t-shirt, in support of the program, is beige with bold red writing and features the Off-White logo and the AC Milan Diavolo mascot. A portion of earnings made from t-shirt sales will be repaid to Fondazione Milan in support of their Sport for Change initiative, which believes in the abilities of sport to tackle education inequality and poverty and motivate the youth to continue evolving their talents.

Additionally, the organisation encourages the unification and social inclusion of suburban and urban districts.

The t-shirt is seen in a campaign worn by Nadia Nadim and Kosovare Asllani, players of the AC Milan women’s football team, and Samuel Chukwueze and Yacine Adli of the AC Milan Men’s Team, amongst other supports of the Italian football group.

by Nicole Pereira

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