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HEAD Extreme 2026 Racquet Line Preview
Update: See our full review of the 2026 HEAD Extreme. — Endorsed by Matteo Berrettini and Alejandro Davidovich Fokina, the new HEAD Extreme 2026 series launches July 16 with a new Hy-Bor technology and a complete lineup for every player level. Let’s have an early look at what we can expect from these frames. We […]
Wilson Tennis Racquets: A brand built around feel and player preference
Wilson always had a slightly different personality to other brands. Some companies try to make their ranges feel ultra-neat and neatly separated, but Wilson has often leant more into player identity, feel and heritage. That means the racket lines can overlap a little more, but it also means the best Wilson frames tend to have […]
RPM Blast vs O-Toro Spin: Two Spin Strings Put to the Test
I have used both of these strings in the Head Speed MP and also in the Tecnifibre TF40 to get a good idea of how they would behave in both a more open, easy-power frame and a more controlled player’s racquet. This is helpful because the same string can feel very different depending on the […]
5 Best Strings for Intermediate Players: My Top Tested Picks
Intermediate players are in an interesting spot regarding strings. At this level many players are beginning to generate their own pace and spin so generally need something with a little more performance than a basic synthetic gut or multifilament, but without going straight to something overly harsh or demanding. So here I’ve concentrated on softer, […]
Maja Chwalinska’s Racquet – Player Profile
Maja Chwalinska is a Polish player that is now well known after her historic run to the 2026 French Open final, being the first ever qualifier to reach this far in Paris. Known for her crafty, tactical style of play. A natural left-hander with a two-handed backhand, Chwalinska relies on good court coverage and has […]
ASICS Court FF 3 Review: Should I Switch from Gel-Resolution?
I have been testing the ASICS Court FF 3 on acrylic hard courts, artificial clay and a few drill sessions and was quite impressed. It feels premium straight away, very solid, very secure and clearly made for aggressive movement but because the Gel-Resolution has been such a reliable standard for me, I’m not sure I’d […]
5 Best Power Tennis Racquets: My Top Tested Picks
If I were putting together a list of the best power racquets I’ve tested, these would be the five I’d start with. For me, the best power frame is not just the one that hits the hardest — it’s the one that gives you easy depth, enough spin to control the ball, and a response […]
Head Tennis Racquets: a brand with a clear identity
HEAD has always been a brand that knows what it is. It has a long history in tennis, but the most impressive thing is how well it separates its racquet lines. You don’t really get that feeling that each model is trying to do the same job. Instead, each family has a clear purpose, which […]
Daniel Merida’s Racquet – Player Profile
Daniel Mérida (Daniel Mérida Aguilar) is a talented Spanish player you might hear more about in the coming years. He has quickly transitioned from a strong junior career and now started to climb the rankings on the main ATP Tour. Daniel Merida’s tennis racquet Daniel Merida is using a Dunlop CX 200, most likely heavily […]
Tru Pro Pure Rush R8ZOR vs Pure Rush – Which is Better?
I recently got my hands on a few sets of Tru Pro’s new string Pure Rush R8ZOR and thought I’d compare it to the existing Pure Rush. Immediately I would say Pure Rush is the more well-rounded and easy-to-like choice, while Pure Rush R8ZOR is the more aggressive, spin-focused version that requires more from the […]