The Wilson Blade 98 18x20 v8 tennis racket has an eye-catching design combined with exceptional control properties suitable for intermediate to advanced competitive players.The slightly smaller 98 square inch headsize offers a tighter sweet spot with increased control potential for players who can consistently hit the sweet spot. The open string pattern improves string movement for easier access to spin and induces a trampoline effect for better power generation. The racquet's heavier than average weight provides a stable experience for powerful groundstrokes and hard hitting returns of serve, while shots outside the sweet spot benefit from reduced unwanted torque and increased power generation. The balance of this racquet further enhances the power and feel of a dynamic game with a faster racquet head speed for improved spin and power generation associated with fast, decisive volleys. The racquet is also highly flexible, allowing for longer ball-to-string contact time for improved ball feel.Wilson has updated the Blade series with a few key technologies: FORTYFIVE, first used in the Clash series as FreeFlex, is a material construction process that increases the flexibility and stability of the racquet, while DirectConnect merges the shaft directly with the tip of the handle, further improving stability.If you're a competitive player looking for a racquet that provides exceptional control and feel for a versatile game, you should try this racquet.
