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.

Brand > Wilson

Colour >Blue/ Emerald Night

Suitable for > Advanced players

The Blade 98 (18x20) 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. The Blade 98 V9 includes StableFeel technology enhances the racket's sharp response and the feel of its control-oriented string pattern.

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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 18 x 20

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