Latest posts by Jonas Eriksson
Dunlop CX 200 (18×20) Limited Edition Review
The Dunlop CX 200 gets an elegant limited edition cosmetic and a dense string pattern option. I have tried the 18/20 version with a few different players. The Dunlop CX 200 Limited Edition is offered in both 16/19 and 18/20 string patterns. It offers great control and feel for players looking for a Blade-style racquet […]
Babolat Pure Strike Carbon Grey
There is a fresh bunch of Babolat racquets on the market. It is a cosmetic update of the Strike series, called Babolat Pure Strike Carbon Grey. We have seen plenty of cosmetic updates around the US Open 2025. The Yonex Percept Midnight, the HEAD Speed Legend, the Tecnifibre Tfight ID and the Babolat Pure Strike […]
HEAD Speed Legend 2 MP Review
When I heard about a racquet “sequel”, I was thinking purely of a cosmetic update. But this HEAD Speed Legend MP 2 Review reveals that there is something new in the layup. The HEAD Speed Legend 2 MP still has the HEAD Speed MP 2024 mold, but without that odd “touch” paint. This cosmetic is […]
Nordicdots Model 98 Review: Pro and S
This is our Nordicdots Model 98 Review dealing with the 98 Pro and the 98S. Nordicdots might be a young brand in the tennis world, but they’ve quickly carved out a niche by offering rackets with a clean design, premium feel, and pro-stock-like playability. After the success of their Model 99 (a control-oriented attacking frame) and the […]
Podcast with Petros Tsitsipas
In this podcast with Petros Tsitsipas, we talk about his recent shift towards singles after spending the last few years focusing on doubles. We also get into the dynamic and psychology of being a part of a tennis family with both Stefanos and Pavlos playing professionally, the father being a coach and the mother having […]
The New Adidas Y-3 Collection
The Adidas Y-3 Collection is a collaboration between Adidas and Japanese designer Yohji Yamamoto. Since its debut in the early 2000s, Y-3 has redefined the way sportswear can merge with high fashion. They have just released a new collection for the US Open 2025 endorsed by athletes like Stefanos Tsitsipas, Maria Sakkari and Alexander Zverev. What is Y-3? […]
Jack Draper Leaves Nike for Vuori
Nike is dropping yet another player. Britsh superstar Jack Draper is leaves Nike for Vuori. Although neither Draper nor Vuori has officially announced the deal, fans have already spotted him training in unbranded clothing, marking a clear departure from his familiar Nike kit. Also, kudos to Craig Shapiro for being the first to drop the […]
Solinco Brain Dead Hybrid String Review
I have had my hands full doing a Solinco Brain Dead Hybrid String Review. This pre-packaged hybrid consists of 1.20 gauge Mach-10 and Hyper-G Round (click for reviews). What is it? A hybrid string setup is when you combine two different strings to get a blend of performance. Kind of like making a dish with […]
The Tennis Mentor combining Coaching and Creativity
When you think of a modern tennis coach, you might imagine a whistle-blowing instructor feeding endless baskets of balls. But Ashley Neaves—better known as The Tennis Mentor—has built a career and a community around a different vision. He’s as passionate about empowering players as he is about sharing insights with millions online. Ashley recently hit two huge milestones: […]
The Best Comfort Racquets
What Makes a Racquet Comfortable? Here is a quick guide to the best comfort racquets. If you’ve followed our series on racket categories such as power, control, spin, you knew this one was coming. Tennis is a physical game. It demands speed, strength, and repetition. Unfortunately, that repetition, especially with the wrong gear, can lead […]