In a bold stride towards the future of golf, Nike Golf has teamed up with global icon Justin Timberlake to reimagine its flagship golf shoe—the Victory Tour 4.

The result is the Raggio di Sole (“ray of sunshine”), a luxuriously crafted, Italian-made shoe designed to bridge golf performance and modern culture. This isn’t just a footwear launch—it’s a statement about the evolving spirit of the sport.

A Youthful New Era for Golf

This collaboration is part of a larger strategy to usher in a more youthful, progressive era for golf, with Nike positioned at the forefront. The Raggio di Sole was not only designed with performance in mind, but with a clear cultural mission: to transcend sport, inspire youth, and create authentic connections between golf and broader communities.

Designed in partnership with Timberlake and crafted in Italy’s famed Montebelluna factory, the shoe is a celebration of craftsmanship, culture and sport. It's also a revitalised take on the classic Victory Tour worn by Rory McIlroy, inspired by early mornings on the course, Italian espresso culture, and sneakerhead aesthetics.

Crafted for the Walk and the Swing

At its technical core, the Victory Tour 4 is engineered to handle the two essential movements of golf: walking and swinging. Nike’s Flyplate technology—a carbon fibre plate embedded in the sole—flexes when you walk for comfort and stiffens when you swing for stability and power. It’s a dual-action innovation that adapts to the flow of your game.Complementing this is a Cushlon midsole for soft, responsive cushioning, and a Dynamic Fit system inspired by seatbelt harnesses that provides targeted support exactly where you need it. Whether you're trekking the back nine or lining up a crucial putt, the Raggio di Sole offers all-day comfort and technical superiority.

Luxury Materials, Heritage Feel

The upper is crafted from supple full-grain leather with a slightly pebbled texture—bringing a timeless, refined look to a shoe designed for modern players. The material choices speak to a discerning golfer who values both heritage and innovation, with every detail underscored by premium execution.The colourway is a warm, tonal blend of Oatmeal, Dark Field Brown, Pink Tint, and Hot Lava—a palette designed to evoke a golden sunrise over the course. Subtle stitch work and sunbeam motifs honour the shoe’s name and inspiration, making it as stylish off the green as it is on it.

Authenticity Through Community

This isn’t just a standalone product - it’s part of a wider cultural rollout. The Victory Tour 4 Raggio di Sole launched during a high-profile weekend featuring both the 8AM Invitational in Las Vegas (Timberlake’s own celebrity golf event) and the Zurich Classic PGA Tour stop in New Orleans, where Rory McIlroy sported the same shoes on the professional stage.

From coffee-themed pop-ups and Nike Golf giveaways to seeding the shoes to 28 celebrity golf lovers - including Michael Phelps, Travis Kelce, Adam Sandler, and Michelle Wie West—Nike created a campaign that fuses sport, culture and community in a way few golf brands have ever done before.

The Coffee Connection

Coffee plays a surprising yet symbolic role in the shoe’s design and launch. Much like the dawn tee times favoured by “dew sweepers” (golfers who hit the course at first light), the product narrative centres around the idea of early mornings, passion for the game, and handcrafted rituals - whether it’s brewing a perfect espresso or executing a perfect drive.This theme even shaped the launch content, including a stylised coffee shop chat with Timberlake and Nike’s design team that offered a behind-the-scenes look at the creative process.

Made for Golfers Who Get It

If there’s one message that rings clear from this release, it’s that Nike understands today’s golfer: dedicated, stylish, and unafraid to be different. The Raggio di Sole reflects that spirit - blending elite performance with cultural nuance and timeless style.This shoe isn’t just built for pros; it’s built for people who line up at sunrise, who obsess over gear, who see the golf course as a canvas for self-expression. And now, thanks to Nike and Timberlake, they have a shoe that matches that energy.

Final Thoughts

With the Victory Tour 4 Raggio di Sole, Nike and Justin Timberlake have delivered more than a golf shoe. They’ve delivered a vision - of a sport that’s evolving, of products that push boundaries, and of a community that’s as passionate as it is diverse.This is Nike Golf redefined: stylish, serious, and ready for the spotlight.

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FEATURES

*Premium Durability – Constructed with high-quality materials for long-lasting wear season after season.

*Tour-Level Traction – Updated tread pattern for optimal grip across all course surfaces.

*Flyplate Technology – Exclusive carbon fibre plate offers flex while walking and stability through your swing.

*Full-Length Cushion Midsole – Soft yet responsive cushioning delivers all-day comfort and controlled energy return.

*Dynamic Fit System – Inspired by seatbelt harnesses, the internal design locks in the foot for adaptive support.

*Supple Full-Grain Leather Upper – Pebbled texture and timeless style meets modern performance.

*Crafted Silhouette – Vintage-inspired shape made in Italy, offering a refined edge to classic golf footwear.

* Style: HM5802-100