Following the hugely popular Blade 98 V8, Wilson have added some new technologies to the brand new V9 model. Experience a sharper and more stable response with the Blade 98 (16x19) V9.

Brand > Wilson

Colour >Blue/ Emerald Night

Suitable for > Advanced players

Its new Emerald Night matte finish looks amazing, and our playtesters have noticed a marked change in stability and power, the frame plays slightly stiffer than the V8, but this comes with much more stability and increased power. There is also an enhanced feel on impact due to the DirectConnect carbon fibre handle , while the braided graphite + basalt frame and provides increased torsional stability. With an open string pattern, this racket delivers consistent and spin-friendly shots.

Order UNSTRUNG or select our PREMIUM STRING UPGRADE.

Factory standard: Strung/Unstrung Unstrung

Weight unstrung (+/-5g) 305 grams

Head size 98 sq in

Beam width 20.6 mm

Balance (+/- 5mm) 320 mm (Head light)

String pattern 16 x 19

Length 27 in 

Composition Braided Graphite + Basalt

Wilson Blade 98 V9 specifications: 

Parallel Drilling > Grommet construction provides a consistent, more forgiving string bed response while dramatically increasing the sweet spot

FORTYFIVE° > 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

Braided graphite + basalt > Elastic and reactive material combination improves the flex of a racket to increase ball contact with the strings for enhanced feel and greater control

DirectConnect > Carbon fiber handle extends to directly connect with end cap for improved feel and enhanced torsional stability

StableFeel > 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