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Pro Player String Tensions from Halle 2026
The grass court season is in full swing and we have some pro player string tensions from Halle to go through. Thanks to you who shared the string tension sheets via Instagram. If you have observations or corrections, drop them in the comments below. You can also watch the video embedded. Ben Shelton — Polytour […]
Babolat Wimbledon 2026 Collection, including the Pure Drive Wimbledon racquet
Babolat’s 2026 Wimbledon Collection celebrates the summer’s most prestigious tennis tournament by combining the performance of the Pure Drive Gen 11 with exclusive, tournament-themed accessories. The collection features the classic Pure Drive frame, along with coordinated apparel, footwear and bags designed to show the classic aesthetic of the All England Club. The Pure Drive Wimbledon […]
HEAD Extreme 2026 Review – A Solid Update With a Standout New Model
After we did not quite gel with the 2024 edition, HEAD delivers meaningful improvements to the Extreme lineup with better feel, more stability, and an exciting new extended-length option. We tested the entire 2026 HEAD Extreme lineup together with Henrik, and the verdict is clear: this is a significant step forward from 2024. While the […]
5 Best Overgrips for Sweaty Hands – Tested in Match Play (2026)
Heavy hand sweat can be frustrating if you’re a tennis player. Your racket starts to slip, your grip changes mid-shot, and suddenly you don’t trust your two-handed backhand or serve anymore. I’ve been trying out some overgrips in match play over the last few months to find that sweet spot of sweat absorption, durability and […]
Lacoste London Collection 2026 – Grass Court-Inspired Apparel
Lacoste launches its London Collection, a grass court-inspired apparel line worn by its pro players in the current grass season. Lacoste has released its new London Collection, a carefully designed range of tennis apparel created specifically for elite grass court competition. The collection debuted on court during the HSBC Championships at Queen’s Club and shows […]
Volkl Cyclone vs Cyclone Tour: Spin, Control and Comfort Compared
I have tried Volkl Cyclone and Cyclone Tour in a few different frames and the comparison is interesting as they feel related but not interchangeable. Cyclone is the more classic, control-oriented option, while Cyclone Tour is clearly the softer, more modern version with a little more comfort and liveliness. In practical terms, one gives you […]
Wilson new apparel collections for the 2026 grass season
Wilson just launched its latest performance collection, made for the current grass court tennis season. Wilson Sportswear has released the Beauty & Agony collection, a new grass-specific apparel line that captures the dual nature of the surface. The collection launched June 9 and is now available through Wilson’s website and a few retailers. The concept […]
James Duckworth’s Racquet – Player Profile
James Duckworth is an Australian professional tennis player with a career-high ATP singles ranking of World No. 46. A right-hander with a powerful serve and a solid all-court game, but what racquet is he playing with? James Duckworth’s tennis racquet James Duckworth is using a Babolat Pure Drive (if you have seen him play a white […]
Solinco Hyper-G Soft or Confidential Soft? My Full Review
I tested both Solinco Confidential Soft and Solinco Hyper-G Soft in the Wilson Blade 98 and the Pure Aero 98, which is a good way to compare them because those two racquets demand slightly different things from a string. The Blade 98 is all about control and feel, while the Pure Aero 98 is more […]
Borna Gojo’s Racquet – Player Profile
Borna Gojo is a player from Croatia with a powerful game, big serve and a career high rank of no 72. But what is Gojas current racquet and strings? Borna Gojo’s tennis racquet Borna Gojo uses a HEAD Prestige racquet (a true control classic that has become quite rare on the tour). According to Dr325i […]