
The Wilson Men's Clay Court Rush Pro 5 Tennis Shoes in Black/Infrared feature a sleek, dark black upper offset by high-visibility infrared red heel counter wraps and white lateral stability walls. Specially configured for clay surfaces, this shoe pairs a full-length herringbone outsole with Wilson's flagship stability chassis to deliver supreme lateral lockdown, impact attenuation, and smooth, controlled sliding.
Performance Profile
- Clay-Dedicated Tread: Outfitted with a full-length, deep herringbone Duralast rubber outsole designed to grip soft red and green clay surfaces during aggressive push-offs while clearing court dust to allow controlled slides.
- Enhanced Torsional Chassis: Built around an updated 4D Support Chassis 2.0—a split chassis layout running underfoot for forward propulsion while wrapping around the heel to provide heavy lateral stability during violent baseline cuts.
- Responsive Energy Rebound: Combines a high-density EVA midsole base with a forefoot Energy Cell foam insert to absorb harsh landing impacts and offer dynamic springback on rapid direction changes.
- Lightweight Drag Shield: Features Ceramic 5D technology—a thin, ceramic-infused TPU film layered over high-wear toe-drag and medial forefoot areas—protecting the upper from abrasive clay grit without adding bulky rubber weight.
Best Suited For
- Clay-Court Baseline Movers: Competitive players who rely on aggressive lateral stops, controlled sliding recoveries, and deep herringbone grip.
- Hard-Court Toe-Draggers & Slide Movers: Athletes needing targeted TPU drag protection overlays across high-friction forefoot zones.
- Balanced Cushioning & Stability Seekers: Ideal for players looking for plush step-in comfort combined with direct court feel and rigid midfoot containment.
Specifications
- Colorway: Black / Infrared.
- Outsole Tread: Full Herringbone Pattern (Clay Court Specific).
- Upper Material: Dual-Layer Breathable Mesh with Ceramic 5D Overlays.
- Midsole Tech: EVA Foam + Forefoot Energy Cell + 4D Support Chassis 2.0.
- Outsole Rubber: High-Density Duralast Rubber Compound.
- Weight: ~13.4 oz / 380g (Men's Size 9 US).
- Drop / Offset: DF2 (9mm heel-to-toe drop).
- Fit Profile: True to size, Medium width, Medium arch support.
- Surface: Clay Courts (Red Clay, Har-Tru Green Clay).
