Rory McIlroy's New Nike Golf Shoes Turn Heads at The Open

Rory McIlroy wore Nike golf shoes in psychedelic colors at The Open Championship.

It has been a pivotal year for the PGA Tour, and few golfers have been under more pressure than Rory McIlroy. That is why we love to see the legendary athlete having some fun with his Nike golf shoes at The Open Championship.

McIlroy has been a signature Nike athlete for over a decade and recently inked a ten-year contract extension in April 2023. During a practice round of The Open Championship on Thursday, Nike helped McIlroy turn heads with a retro pair of golf shoes in trippy colors.

The usually-stuffy golf tournament at Royal Liverpool was loosened up when McIlroy debuted the Nike Air Max 1 '86 OG golf shoes. The psychedelic golf shoes dropped today, and fans can purchase a pair for $170 in adult sizes on the Nike website.

Nike Air Max 1 '86

A detailed look at the Nike Air Max 1 '86 golf shoes / © Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

The Nike Air Max 1 '86 OG golf shoes are far out. The groovy color scheme matched with the iconic Air Max 1 details will make any golf outing a positive trip. More importantly than looking cool, the golf shoes perform at a high level.

The synthetic upper provides water-repellency in all conditions, while the full-length foam midsole provides lightweight comfort and stability throughout your round. The spikeless shoes contain an integrated traction pattern for grip in various conditions.

This rare colorway sends good vibes with its positive messaging. The phrases "Live to Play" and "Play to Live" appear all over the shoe in fun fonts. After the tumultuous year the sport has endured, now is an excellent time for golfers to invest in a pair of shoes that can lighten the mood everywhere they go.

We will have coverage of all the best golf shoes worn throughout The Open Championship. So stay locked into FanNation Kicks to learn more about what your favorite athletes wear on and off the field.

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