CNN’s Open Court takes a look at how two-time Grand Slam champion Stan Smith became more famous for his shoes than his tennis success. The American won the US Open 1971 and Wimbledon in 1972 ...

Whether you're looking for a time-tested classic ... sneaker now known as the Stan Smith dates back to the early 1960s, when Adidas designed a shoe for French tennis player Robert Haillet.

Retired American tennis player and former World No. 1 in men’s singles ... have caused the shoes to evolve over the years. Smith and Adidas are still focused on improving the shoes with a current goal ...