Carlos Alcaraz Debuts black Travis Scott x Nike Zoom Vapor 12 HC
Carlos Alcaraz at US Open 2026. Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images

Alcaraz Reveals a Second Travis Scott Nike Colorway

Carlos Alcaraz and Travis Scott may have another Cactus Jack tennis sneaker on the way.

During practice at the 2026 US Open, Alcaraz debuted an unreleased black Travis Scott x Nike Zoom Vapor 12 HC. The surprise appearance offered the first look at a second colorway of the performance tennis shoe, arriving less than a week after its original version was released.

Alcaraz previously introduced the Zoom Vapor 12 collaboration in Pale Ivory and Cacao Wow during his opening match at Arthur Ashe Stadium. His latest pair replaces that sneaker’s lighter, earth-toned appearance with a much darker Cactus Jack makeover.

Black Travis Scott Nike Zoom Vapor 12 HC
Travis Scott Nike Zoom Vapor 12 Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images

First Look at the Black Cactus Jack Nike Zoom Vapor 12

The newly revealed Zoom Vapor 12 HC features a predominantly black color scheme applied across its performance built upper, laces and sole.

Contrasting details break up the darker design, while Travis Scott’s signature reverse Swoosh remains the sneaker’s defining feature. Cactus Jack branding also appears throughout the shoe, connecting the on court model to Scott’s wider Nike catalog.

The stealthier color palette makes this pair feel more closely aligned with the dark visual identity commonly associated with Cactus Jack. It also provides a clear alternative to the cream and brown version Alcaraz wore earlier in the tournament.

Cactus Jack’s Tennis Collection Could Be Getting Bigger

The second colorway suggests Travis Scott and Nike may have larger plans for their developing tennis partnership.

Instead of simply redesigning another lifestyle sneaker, Cactus Jack has entered performance tennis through one of the sport’s most recognizable young stars. Alcaraz wearing the shoes during the US Open gives the project exposure to audiences across tennis, fashion and sneaker culture simultaneously.

Whether the black Zoom Vapor 12 receives a full release or remains an Alcaraz exclusive pair is currently unknown. Its unexpected debut, however, gives sneaker fans another Cactus Jack release to watch.

Stay tuned to The Kitchen for confirmed release information surrounding the black Travis Scott x Nike Zoom Vapor 12 HC.

Shop Travis Scott’s Cactus Jack x Nike Athlete Series merch at Travis’ official store.

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