Tradition, elegance, and excellence define the look and feel of the Wilson Blade 98 (16x19) V9 Roland-Garros 2024, a tennis racket that embodies the spirit and energy of the prestigious Roland-Garros tournament.
Designed for competitive players seeking exceptional feel and control, the latest Blade maintains its signature weight, balance, and swingweight while increasing firmness and stability for a more connected feel with the ball. Finished in colors inspired by Roland-Garros 2024, the racket features a braided graphite and basalt frame combined with a DirectConnect carbon-fiber handle, delivering enhanced flexibility and torsional stability.
Key Features
- Blade Benefit – Feel & Control: Designed for players seeking precise control and an enhanced connection with the ball.
- 98 sq. in. Head Size: Smaller head size enhances precision and provides a crisp, responsive feel.
- 16 × 19 String Pattern: Open string pattern provides greater access to power and spin.
- Updated construction and technologies improve stability for a more connected feel at impact.
- Updated bumper and grommet design provides improved durability, easier installation, and a better fit.
- Enhanced Blade technology delivers a firmer feel and increased stability for improved ball connection.
- Grommet construction provides a consistent response with greater forgiveness while increasing the sweet spot.
- Patented frame construction complements the modern vertical swing path, enhancing both flexibility and stability without compromising the swing.
- A combination of elastic and responsive materials improves frame flex for greater ball pocketing, feel, and control.
- Tapered Grip: Provides improved feel and positioning for the upper hand on a two-handed backhand.
- DirectConnect: Carbon-fiber handle extends directly into the end cap to improve feel and torsional stability.
Specifications
- Head Size: 98 sq. in.
- Unstrung Balance: 32 cm
- Unstrung Weight: 305 g
- String Pattern: 16 × 19
- Player Type: Competitive
- Primary Benefit: Feel & Control
- Stringing: Unstrung
