Tradition, elegance and design excellence define the look and feel of the Blade 98 (16x19) V9 Roland-Garros 2024, a tennis racket that embodies the spirit and energy of the prestigious tennis tournament. The preferred choice of avid competitors looking for ultimate feel and control, Wilson's latest Blade maintains weight, balance and swing weight while increasing the firmness and stability for a more connected-to-the-ball feel. Featuring the 2024 Roland-Garros-inspired colors, this racket uses a braided graphite + basalt frame with a DirectConnect carbon fiber handle, resulting in improved flexibility and enhanced stability.
Grommet construction provides a consistent, more forgiving string bed response while dramatically increasing the sweet spot.
Patent-protected frame layup produces more connected-to-the-ball feel while better complementing the more modern, vertical swing path. Material increases both flexibility and stability without compromise through the swing.
Elastic and reactive material combination improves the flex of a racket to increase ball contact with the strings for enhanced feel and greater control.
Tapered grip lends better feel for top-handed grip placement on two-handed backhand.
Carbon fiber handle extends to directly connect with end cap for improved feel and enhanced torsional stability.
The new Blade technology that provides an enhanced, firmer feel that increases stability and creates a more connected-to-the-ball feel. Designed with avid players in mind, this "sharper Blade" is ideal for those seeking to improve their game.
| 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 |