Australian tennis champ Rodney George ‘Rod’ Laver’s 1970 signature model has been a summer staple for casuals, b-boys and connoisseurs alike in one form or another since its debut. As part of the forthcoming Tournament range by adidas, this low profile silhouette retains the minimal branding that makes it such a timeless design, but offers a more resilient full-grain leather upper for a premium feel. An all-white midsole, green detailing for authentic court styling and laser etched tongue logo finishes a very limited package that’s easily as iconic as the other four shoes in the pack.
Have a close look at a series of pictures after the jump.

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