nike m nk dry park18 pant kpz | The Supreme x Nike Courtposite Arrives October 19

The unlikely revival was teased on Instagram by professional tennis player and Nike athlete Carlos Alcaraz. The new Supreme x Nike Courtposite retains much of its original design but with a contemporary twist: Supreme's branding now graces the foam-molded upper. Initially revealed in an olive and black colorway—paying homage to the OG two-toned style—the collaboration is expected to come in multiple shades, as is customary for Supreme drops.

The return of the Courtposite begs several questions, not the least of which is who is really behind this relaunch? Is Supreme taking the initiative to dig deep into Nike's archives for these forgotten models, or is Nike wielding Supreme's brand power to revive interest in a shoe that failed its first serve? Whatever the motivation, the collaboration is a talking point and will raise eyebrows in both the sneaker and tennis communities.

The timing is especially noteworthy with the U.S. Open in full swing in Flushing, Queens. As eyes turn to the hardcourt, one can't help but wonder if we might see the Supreme x Nike Courtposite make an appearance, especially considering Alcaraz's endorsement.

Whether the new iteration will gain the traction its predecessor couldn't remains to be seen. However, in an era where nostalgia and streetwear cred often win the day, the shoe might just find a more receptive audience this time around—serving up a story of redemption that aligns perfectly with the drama of sport.

Keep an eye out for more colorways and perhaps other surprises as this collaboration unfolds.