Topps Royalty Serves Iconic Autograph Relics
2024 Topps Royalty Tennis cards take autographed relics to a whole new level. Not only do these cards feature autos from the game’s biggest stars — they’re embedded with actual racket knobs used by the players in unforgettable moments. Yes, you read that right: the same knobs that gripped through triumph, tension, and historic wins.
Signature Stories gives you a behind-the-scenes look at your favorite athletes engaging with some of their most exciting and unique Topps cards.
Carlos Alcaraz – Championship Relic
You’re holding a moment, not just a card. The knob embedded in Alcaraz’s card came from the very racket he wielded during his dominant 2024 Indian Wells victory. Every spin, slice, and forehand winner passed through that handle. For collectors, it’s not just Carlos’ signature — it’s a tangible piece of his meteoric rise. The image? Pure gold. The story? Even better.
Coco Gauff – A Dent with a Story
Sometimes, the most minor details reveal the biggest stories. In Coco Gauff’s card, the racket knob shows a subtle dent — something our team only discovered upon reviewing the footage. Her reaction? Priceless. “First time seeing that and loved it.” That slight imperfection? It’s not damage — it’s character. Proof that even greatness shows wear.
Mira Andreeva – Records in the Grip
With Mira Andreeva, it’s not just about potential — it’s about history in motion. The racket knob embedded in her Topps Royalty card is a piece of the same frame she used during one of the most astonishing runs we’ve seen from a teenager in the modern era.
At just 16, Mira didn’t just show up — she rewrote the record books. She became the youngest player to win a WTA 1,000-level title and the youngest to break into the top ten since Martina Hingis. Her Indian Wells victory? Historic — she became the youngest champion there since Serena Williams. Then she went further, becoming the youngest player to defeat multiple Grand Slam winners in a single tournament and, unbelievably, the youngest to beat the World No.1 and No.2 in one WTA event.
Victoria Azarenka – Custom Grip, Champion Style
The blacked-out Wilson knob in Azarenka’s card? That wasn’t a factory design — it was a personal modification. While we’re still confirming the exact reasoning (early theories suggest racket balance), one thing’s certain: Vika knows what she wants. Her gear tells her story, and now so does this card. Sleek, strong, and signature Azarenka.
Madison Keys – The Aussie Crown
This one speaks for itself. The racket knob in Madison Keys’ card was pulled from the same stick she used in her Australian Open championship run. The image captured? Pure victory. For collectors, it’s a nod to a milestone — for fans, it’s a front-row seat to her crowning moment.
Aryna Sabalenka – “Did I Break It?”
We had to laugh — because when Aryna saw her card, her first reaction was classic: “I thought I broke that racket!” The embedded knob, pulled from a match-worn frame, carries the weight (literally) of her all-out style. It’s also the first time she had seen a card like this. Her response? “They all loved it.” And you will too.
Final Serve
The Topps Royalty Racket Knobs series is more than premium relic — it’s personal. Every knob is a fingerprint of greatness, a tactile connection between the athlete and the fan. Whether for the flex, the story, or the investment, this is one drop you don’t want to miss.
