Pro tennis players need to feel completely comfortable with their racquet and know it will perform perfectly game after game. There is no one racquet that is best for all players, since each pro requires different specs depending on their preferences and style for playing. Things pros consider when choosing a racquet are the head size, length, weight, balance, frame stiffness and string pattern. Wilson, Babolat and Head are three of the top makers and among the brands that pros tend to choose when opting for a tennis racquet.
Wilson K Factor Six.One Tour BLX
The Wilson K Factor Six.One Tour BLX racquet is the racquet of choice for pro tennis player Roger Federer. It has a mid-sized head measuring 90 square in., and the entire racquet measures 27 inches in length. The racquet’s string tension is 50 to 60 pounds, and its strung weight is 12.5 oz. which provides a solid feel and enhances its stability when it comes in contact with the speed of a tennis ball at play. The grip of the Wilson K Factor Six.One Tour BLX is made of leather. Its suggested retail price is $120 as of 2011.
Babolat AeroPro Drive Cortex Racquet
Tennis pro Rafael Nadal uses the Babolat AeroPro Drive Cortex Racquet, a maneuverable racquet with spin potential and a larger head size of 100 square in. Measuring 27 in. in length, it has a strung weight of 11.3 oz. which increases its spin potential, making it more maneuverable. The body of the racquet is made of high modulus graphite and it features a syntec grip. The Babolat AeroPro Drive Cortex is considered a low to medium power racquet with a string tension of 55 to 65 pounds. As of 2011, it retails for up to $185.
YouTek Speed MP 18/20
The YouTek Speed MP 18/20 is Novak Djokovic's racquet of choice. With a strung weight of 11.8 ounces, it is light and easy to maneuver. At 27 in. long, its 100 square in. head provides a larger surface area to hit the ball with, allowing less room for error and giving the racquet power. It retails for approximately $225 as of 2011.
Wilson K Factor KBlade Team
Female pro tennis player Serena Williams uses the Wilson K Factor KBlade Team racquet. This racquet has a bigger head measurement of 104 square inches, giving the racquet a larger sweet spot. It is lightweight, weighing just 10.7 ounces and measuring 27.3 inches in length, giving it more leverage for deeper shots. The Wilson K Factor KBlade Team has a string tension of 53-63 pounds and retails for $199 as of 2011.
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