Featuring updates to the bumper, grommet design, and overall composition, the v9 version of the iconic Wilson Blade 98 16x19 Tennis Racquet is ideal for generating some seriously controlled spin while having a more connected-to-the-ball feel on every strike...
Featuring a smaller 98 sq in head size, this racquet has awesome levels of precision combined with a crisp feeling, however, the open 16x19 string pattern does an excellent job of providing power, spin, and forgiveness.
The Blade 98 16x19 v9 Tennis Racquet has a medium weighting of 305 grams (unstrung) and an even balance point, meaning that you can apply some power and get weight behind the ball, but, you can also still react fast with a shorter swing if you need to.
The racquet incorporates a number of technologies including DirectConnect which attaches the carbon fibre handle to the end cap for a better feel, StableFeel technology that delivers a firmer feel for more stability, and Parallel Drilling for a more forgiving response.
The Braided Graphite + Basalt composition of the Blade 98 v9 also does an incredible job of increasing the flex of the frame to produce even better feel and control.
Wilson Blade 98 16x19 v9 Tennis Racquet
Building on nearly 20 years of dominance, Wilson's Blade performance rackets continue to be the preferred choice of avid competitors looking for ultimate control, feel and stability. The Blade 98 (16x19) V9 has a sharper, more stable response that produces a more connected-to-the-ball feel. Featuring a new Emerald Night matte finish, the V9 has a braided graphite + basalt frame with a DirectConnect carbon fiber handle for enhanced torsional stability. It also features an open string pattern with a more forgiving response, which delivers consistent, spin-friendly shots.
Head (sq cm): 632
Head (sq in): 98
Length (cm): 68.58
Length (in): 27
String Pattern: 16X19
Strung balance (cm): 33
Strung balance (pts): -4
Strung weight (grams): 321
Strung weight (ounces): 11.32
Taper System (mm): 20.6
Unstrung balance (cm): 32
Unstrung balance (pts): -7
Unstrung weight (grams): 305
Unstrung weight (ounces): 10.76
Racquet comes unstrung and without a cover.
