Best Tennis Polos for Father's Day 2026

The polo shirt, as we know it, was designed in France about 100 years ago specifically for the game of tennis. Since then, this versatile top has been re-imagined in many ways with various design tweaks, although it has pretty much stayed true to its original form with a placket and collar. New fabrics and technologies have been introduced to take the original cotton polo into the modern age. Today, a polo can ace performance on the court or relax with elevated style off of it. From classic pique to bold prints, these are some of our favorite polos.

So much about choosing a polo comes down to personal style and preferences. Here are a few key things to consider when picking out that perfect shirt. Where are you going to wear it? On-court polos will be quick-drying and have performance features to keep you cool. Casual styles worn off-court may have heavier gauge cotton or cotton-blend fabrics. Do you prefer smooth or textured fabrics like pique? Modern or classic styling? More modern designs now feature zippered plackets or even V-neck plackets. Classic styles incorporate plackets with buttons and traditional polo collars – whether ribbed or self-fabric. If all of these aspects seem a bit daunting, we’ve chosen our favorite polos and broken them down into four categories to make finding the right shirt just a little bit easier.

Chasing down balls during intense matches on hot summer days calls for lightweight fabrics with extra breathability. Modern elements such as engineered ventilation, mesh inserts and laser-cut perforations all help to make performance polos great choices for game day.

You like to look your best on and off the court. Polos offer more style than a T-shirt and soft cotton blends, slightly thicker fabrics and sharp styling are some of the reasons lifestyle polos are great for days when you're not playing tennis.

The first pique polo shirt was designed by French tennis player Rene Lacoste in the late 1920s. The breathable, textured knit fabric soon became a staple on tennis courts all over the world. Today the clean styling of pique polos is as popular off the court as it is on it.

For players who like to make an impression on court for their style as well as their competitive game, a polo shirt with a splashy graphic or bright pop of color may just be the perfect fit.

Whether you're looking for a polo that will help you ace it on court or offer comfort and style on the sidelines, Tennis Warehouse has the perfect fit for everyone!