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Unlocking the Wilson Defyer 98 Pro: The Best String Setups for 2026
The Wilson Defyer 98 Pro (2026) is a racket that has been generating a lot of buzz among players who want some spin and pace but not the full weight of a heavy tour weapon. It’s very reactive and aerodynamic and the open 16×19 string pattern makes it easy to spin. But the frame is […]
Top 5 Toroline Tennis Strings for Maximum Spin and Snapback
My clients and fellow players are always asking questions about strings. One of the most asked questions is, “What string gives the most possible spin without losing its slickness?” I feel like this is where Toroline has changed the string market with its focus on slick co-poly structures that maximize lateral string movement and snapback. […]
The Best 5 Racquets for Slice Backhands and Net Play
The knifing slice backhand and decisive volleying can appear a lost art in an age of heavy baseline topspin and thick-beamed power frames. For the classic ball-strikers, doubles specialists and tactical all-court players, the ultimate competitive edge is a racquet that stays solid at the net and produces a low, skidding backhand slice. What is […]
Tecnifibre Tennis Racquets: Precision, control and a player-first identity
Tecnifibre is a very different brand from the rest of the tennis racquet world. While some brands aim to be everything to everyone, Tecnifibre has always been about precision, style and the unique power of its French engineering heritage. So the lines on the racquet are obvious and have a function. Once you get them […]
Tecnifibre Razor Spin vs Black Code: Which Spin String Wins?
I have tried the Tecnifibre Razor Spin and the Black Code in several frames and the comparison is interesting as they seem related but not interchangeable. Razor Spin is probably the more modern, firmer, and sharper performance pick with its high modulus response and aggressive ball bite. Black Code is the more classic, comfort-oriented spin […]
Maximizing Spin and Control: The Best String Setups for the Yonex VCORE 98
In the last couple months I have heavily tested these setups in my own Yonex VCORE 98 and also stringed them for my clients to see how these setups perform with a variety of playstyles. The goal was to find the perfect combination of arm comfort, launch angle control and raw spin power. The best […]
Leather Base Grips vs Synthetic Base Grips: Is the Extra Weight Worth It?
I’ve used synthetic and leather base grips on an assortment of racquets, from classic 98 sq in control frames to lighter, more modern spin sticks. My goal was to give a real, honest perspective on what really changes when you change your base grip, not simply regurgitate spec sheets and forum myths. Attribute Leather base […]
Dunlop Tennis Racquets: Explosive spin, modern power and a performance-first identity
Dunlop is a brand that is different from the rest of the tennis racket industry. Where other brands try to be all things to all audiences, Dunlop has always appreciated good engineering, Japanese manufacturing standards (that come with Sumitomo Rubber) and a performance-first identity. The frames are designed for particular swing paths, and the lines […]
Battle of the 98s: Wilson Defyer 98 Pro vs. Babolat Pure Aero 98
I spent many hours on the court hitting rigorous drills, baseline point play and serving sessions to get a complete picture of the relative strengths and weaknesses of these two modern 98-square-inch frames. The aim was to see how much Wilson’s latest rival can top Babolat’s spin-and-power machine. I had a lot of fun with […]
Asics Gel-Resolution X Tennis Shoe Review: Durability, Fit & Performance
I took the ASICS Gel-Resolution X out for a spin on acrylic hard courts, artificial clay and a couple of drill sessions, and was pretty impressed. It’s bloody durable, safe and clearly designed for aggressive movement so the thing oozes luxury. The Gel-Resolution series has always been a dependable standard for basic support, so I […]