What is stan smith?

Stan Smith is a former American professional tennis player who is most well-known for lending his name to the iconic Adidas shoe, the "Stan Smith" sneaker. He was born on December 14, 1946 in Pasadena, California and turned pro in 1969. Smith won the U.S. Open singles title in 1971 and Wimbledon in 1972, and he is also a multiple Grand Slam doubles champion. He was ranked No. 1 in the world for singles in 1972 and was inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame in 1987. After retiring from tennis, Smith became a successful businessman and played a key role in Adidas' launch of the "Stan Smith" sneaker in the 1970s, which quickly became one of the most popular shoes of all time. Today, the Stan Smith shoe is considered a fashion icon and continues to be a top-seller for Adidas.