Tennis - Rackets

A tennis racket is a pivotal piece of kit for all players. Whether you own one or borrow one, it is impossible to play a game without it! Trying to find the right racket can be a very confusing and daunting experience for even the most experienced of players. Here, we will try and give you a bit of information to make this experience as hassle free as possible!

Choosing a Tennis Racket

The age old question of 'which racket is best for me?' has been asked by many a tennis player around the globe. Choosing one can be an important decision for any aspiring player looking to perfect their game. Rackets come in all different shapes and colours, and at vastly differing prices, and it is impossible to give a generic answer as to which is the best. A racket which suits one person may not suit another, and vice-versa, as we are all unique with particular playing styles and preferences.

There are a number of differences between tennis rackets. Slight variance in weight, balance, flexibility, grip size and string tension can all make a difference to the way a racket affects your game.

A plethora of manufacturers exist, all proclaiming that they make the best racket. The truth is that the most important thing is the racket itself, rather than any brand name. That said, here is some information on a few of the most popular brands, to help you make a more informed choice:

Wilson Rackets

Based in Chicago, USA, Wilson are one of the biggest sport manufacturers in the world. They also have a very strong presence in other sports such as American football golf and baseball. Players such as Roger Federer and Serena Williams use Wilson tennis rackets.

Head Rackets

Originally founded as a ski company, Head have grown to become one of the world leaders in tennis equipment. Roughly 30% of the Top 100 players on the men's ATP tour use Head rackets, including Andy Murray and Novak Djokovic.

Babolat Rackets

Founded in 1875 Babolat were renowned for making high quality tennis string. They focussed on strings until 1994 when they became an 'all-tennis'company and entered the racket market. They are now one of the biggest and most popular manufacturers on the circuit. Players such as Rafael Nadal, Andy Roddick and Kim Clijsters use Babolat rackets.

Yonex Rackets

Founded in 1946 Yonex are also one of the biggest companies in badminton and golf. They have made tennis rackets since 1971 and also have a strong presence on the professional tour. Players such as Lleyton Hewitt and Ana Ivanovic use Yonex rackets.

And so...

The question - 'which racket is best for me?' - really is very subjective. Most lower end rackets are fairly all-covering, and will offer more forgiveness to the tennis beginner. With the more high-end products it really is a case of trial and error- but with vast rewards if you find the optimum racket which suits your game. There is a racket out there for everybody - its just a case of finding it!

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