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Tiago Torres Racquet – Player Profile
Tiago Torres, a lefty player from Portugal who has captured some attention with solid performances on home soil. After completing a successful collegiate career in the United States, he has transitioned to the pro circuit, making headlines on the ITF and ATP levels. Tiago Torres tennis racquet Tiago Torres racquet is a Babolat Pure Drive […]
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 […]
New Balance FuelCell 996v7 tennis shoes
The New Balance 996v7 is the seventh generation of New Balance’s performance tennis shoe, and just arrived as the newest model in their core lineup. If you’re considering a lightweight stability option for hard court play, this one might be for you. Core Features The 996v7 builds on their foundation with FuelCell cushioning, a foam […]
Wilson P98 and P100 – Retail vs Pro Stock (Defyer vs Python): Which is Best?
We’ve talked about the Wilson Defyer extensively since it launched, but we wanted to dig deeper into a question that came up constantly: is the retail version the same as the Pro Stock? We tested both the P98 and P100 in both retail and Pro Stock versions to give you a clear answer. The short […]
Yonex Tennis Racquets: Precision, feel and balanced performance
Yonex has a very unique personality among the top tennis rackets. Some brands try to be all things to all people but Yonex has always played to precision, feel and the unique advantage of their Isometric head shape. So the racket lines are clear and purposeful and the best Yonex frames tend to have a […]
Toroline Cash String Review: A Crisp, Control-Focused Poly That Shines in Doubles and Singles
Toroline Cash is an interesting string because it was developed with the help of doubles player Julien Cash, one of the best doubles players on the ATP tour, who helped design the shoe specifically for doubles. I’ve used it on the court for a while in both doubles and singles matches with my Head Speed […]
Wilson Defyer P98 and P100 Review – the “Python” gets a new name and fresh paint
Henrik and I got our hands on the retail cosmetics of the most hyped racquets since the Wilson Clash. This has been talked about as the “Python” for something like a year, but now it is revealed with a new name. It is called the Wilson Defyer. We have tested the 98 Pro and 100 […]
5 Best String Setups for the Pure Aero 98 (2026)
The Pure Aero 98 (2026) is one of those rackets that gets a lot of attention from players who want some spin and pace but don’t want the full heft of the weapon. It’s aerodynamic, it’s responsive and that 16×19 pattern is very easy to generate rotation. But it’s so spin friendly that the string […]
New Women’s Tennis Apparel in 2026 – Best Brands and Collections
Women’s tennis apparel has never offered more choice. We’ve written about some of the latest collections recently and they all combine technical performance with cleaner designs, softer fabrics and smarter construction than we’ve seen in previous seasons. Whether you prefer classic dresses, skirts and tanks or more modern sports style, most major brands now offer […]
The 5 Most Overlooked Hybrid Setups Right Now
I spend a lot of time on the court trying different hybrid setups. Some setups are recommended by other community members, coaches or players and some are just my own experiments when searching for the best strings for my game and looking for that perfect sweet spot of spin, control and feel. Over the last […]