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Shanghai Masters 2026 Shoe Spotting
We noted several changes in shoes and apparel among the pro’s at this years Shanghai Masters. Let’s have a look at a few of them. Tommy Paul – Switches back to the New Balance CT Rally v1 Tommy Paul’s footwear choices have taken an interesting turn, as the American appears to have returned to the […]
Dunlop CX vs Wilson Blade – We Compare Two Control Racquets
Both the Dunlop CX and Wilson Blade are serious control racquets built for players who want precision over power. But they approach that mission differently, and the distinctions matter more than you might think. I’ve tested the latest versions, the Dunlop CX 2027 and Wilson Blade V10, and here’s what I found. The Philosophy Divide […]
The adidas x Brain Dead Barricade V Collaboration
A Look Back at the Foundation First released in 2008, the adidas Barricade V was part of a tennis shoe line built around stability, support and durability. The original model featured a synthetic leather upper, an extended Torsion System and an Adiwear outsole, reflecting the priorities of performance tennis footwear at the time. Bringing the […]
Yonex Muse vs EZONE – Which Yonex racquet to choose?
Yonex now offers a interesting choice between two very different philosophies. The MUSE is designed around comfort and playability while the EZONE is more about power, aggression, and user-friendly performance. Both are great frames from Yonex but they’re built for fundamentally different players. If you look more spin potential and launch, you can of course […]
Nike’s 2026 Winter Tennis Collection for Women
Nike has expanded its seasonal tennis apparel lineup with a new winter collection for women, bringing together insulating outerwear, performance tops, skirts, dresses and layering pieces designed for cooler conditions. The collection builds on familiar Advantage, Victory and One silhouettes, with winter-specific fabrics, construction and colorways added throughout the range. Here’s a look at some […]
Defyer vs Blade – Which Wilson Racquet Should You Choose?
The Wilson Defyer and Wilson Blade represent two very different philosophies in racquet design. The Blade is a refined, proven control racquet that’s been perfected over multiple generations. The Defyer is newer, fresher, and sits somewhere between a control racquet and something with genuine spin and launch assistance. So which one is actually right for […]
Babolat PP01 Racquets – First Impressions
Babolat is working on something very different. You might already have spotted this unusual-looking racquet in the hands of players such as Diego Dedura-Palomero and Hugo Blanchet. The prototype is currently called the Babolat PP01, and I’ve now had the chance to test both the regular version and the heavier Tour model. And yes, the […]
Yonex “Stan The Man” Collection: A Look at the Wawrinka Farewell Range
As Stan Wawrinka enters the final chapter of his career, Yonex is marking the occasion with a collection of apparel built around one of the most popular players of the past two decades. The “Stan The Man” collection combines performance tennis clothing with more casual pieces, with several designs drawing on Wawrinka’s career and his […]
Dunlop CX 2027 First Impressions – More Power, More Stability, Still Plenty of Control
The new Dunlop CX rackets are coming in 2027, and I’ve already spent quite a bit of time with two blacked-out test frames. I’ve had them for a few weeks now, and while I don’t have all the final specifications yet, I’ve played enough to form some pretty strong first impressions. I’ve also measured the […]
Is lululemon Becoming a Tennis Brand? New 2026 Tennis Collections
When lululemon first entered tennis, it was still primarily associated with other areas such as yoga or training. That began to change in 2022, when the company launched its first-ever dedicated tennis collection and signed Canadian star Leylah Fernandez as an ambassador, but also to test products and provide feedback that could influence future designs. […]