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Sabalenka’s new racquet
Sabalenka completed the Sunshine double, winning both Indian Wells and Miami Masters. And she has done so with a blacked-out racquet. What is Sabalenka’s new racquet? Introduction Aryna Sabalenka is one of the few players using a Wilson Blade 98 18/20. It is a low-powered racquet that requires you to generate all the power. But […]
The Top 5 Poly Hybrid String Setups I’ve Tested (Ranked)
I’ve been experimenting with polyester hybrid string setups for the past few years. Like many players, I initially used full beds of poly, but over time, I developed a greater interest in combining strings to achieve a harmony of durability, spin, control and feel. In my racquets, a few hybrids felt intriguing but were short-lived. […]
Restring Vivo vs Restring Zero – Which String Should You Choose?
I’ve spent a lot of time playing around with the Restring lineup in the past year, and Restring Vivo and Restring Zero are two strings that keep coming up in conversations with players and stringers. They look the same on paper because they are both modern polyester strings made for players who like to spin […]
HEAD Radical MP vs Wilson Blade 98, which offer best control and power?
The HEAD Radical MP and the Wilson Blade 98 are two of the most popular control-oriented racquets on the market. Both sit in that sweet spot between traditional control frames and modern power racquets. I’ve tested every generation of both lines, so here’s how they actually compare. The Specs Let’s have a look at the […]
Zsombor Piros Racquet – Player Profile
Zsombor Piros is a Hungarian player that has been close to the top 100 rankings and we’ve seen great results on the Challenger Tour. What is Piros racquet and gear? Zsombor Piros tennis racquet Zsombor Piros’s racquet is a HEAD Radical, most likely an older version painted as the 2025 Radical. He is likely using […]
Antonia Ruzic Racquet – Player Profile
Antonia Ruzic is the current No. 1 singles player from Croatia and we’ve lately seen her upset some of the world’s top-ranked players. But what is her racquet and gear? Antonia Ruzic tennis racquet Antonia Ruzic’s racquet is a Yonex Ezone 100, most likely the older 2022 generation painted like the new Blast Blue. She […]
Toby Samuel’s Racquet – Player Profile
Toby Samuel is a name to keep a look out for when it comes to British tennis. But what is his current racquet and gear setup? Toby Samuel’s tennis racquet Toby Samuel’s racquet is a Wilson Blade. Based on pictures it looks like a Wilson Blade Pro (H22) but if you have more information on […]
Kuikma UNRUPT Pro: Decathlon’s Durability-First Tennis Shoe
Decathlon’s tennis brand Kuikma has launched a new tennis shoe line designed with one clear mission: outlast everything else on the court. The UNRUPT Pro, released in January 2026 alongside the Australian Open, is built for players who truly test their shoes with aggressive footwork, hard slides and a lot of court coverage. We made […]
My Top 5 Tennis Overgrips Right Now (Best Overgrips Ranked)
Despite being one of the most disregarded pieces of tennis equipment, overgrips significantly improve comfort, confidence and feeling on the court. A strong overgrip enhances comfort, aids in keeping a firm grip on the racquet, and may even influence how connected the racquet feels during playing. These are the five overgrips that I currently think […]
HEAD Boom 2026 Review – Controlled Power Gets Smarter (and Slightly Firmer)
Let’s talk about the new HEAD Boom series, specifically the Boom MP and Boom Pro. This is an update that doesn’t scream revolution, but quietly refines what was already a very interesting line. And in classic HEAD fashion, we’re looking at subtle evolution rather than dramatic reinvention. But sometimes, that’s exactly what a racquet line needs. […]