One of the sport’s most historic brands, Babolat’s tennis story began all the way back in 1875, when, utilising their expertise in the processing of natural gut for musical instruments and archery bows, Pierre Babolat and his team produced the first ever natural gut racket string.
A series of innovations followed, including the tension-resistant Babolat VS string in 1925, which remains popular today, through to the Cordynel – the world’s first electric stringing machine – in 1981. The Lyon-based brand are also responsible for some of the most technologically advanced synthetic strings on the market, such as the RPM and Xcel ranges. In short, they are the masters of strings.
But what about rackets? It might surprise you to learn that Babolat’s first range of rackets was released relatively recently, with another Pierre Babolat, great grandson of the family company’s founder, creating the Pure line in 1994.
Having cleverly gifted their frames to talented up-and-comers, Babolat’s name began to ring out on the pro circuit, chiefly thanks to the Pure Drive. After Carlos Moya won the French Open in ’98 using the power-focused racket, Andy Roddick and Kim Clijsters became ATP and WTA No.1s with the same frame in 2003. A couple of years later, a youthful Rafael Nadal won his first Slam title, conquering Roland-Garros with the Aeropro Drive, which was specifically designed to suit his spin-based play.
Nowadays, Babolat split their rackets into three categories: the Pure Drive for power, the Pure Aero for spin, and the Pure Strike for control. Each series comes in a range of headsizes and weights to suit all ages, body types, and skill levels, with comfort-focused EVO editions available for players who prioritise fun and gradual improvement.
Babolat Pure Strike 100 - White
The redesigned Babolat Pure Strike 100 tennis racket features a brand new frame shape designed to maximise response and accuracy.
After months of testing under the name “Project One 7”, the new Pure Strike is ready to be unleashed. And with a redesigned frame shape, optimised for maximum response and accuracy, it’s a new beginning for Babolat’s aggressive First Striker racket. The specs may not have changed much, but the overall feel of the racket is very different, owing to the new frame. The racket feels slightly heavier in the hand, and it’s easier to produce power and spin. It’s also a very stable racket, excelling in block volleys at the net in addition to returning big servers. Dominic Thiem seems to love his! Please note that all Babolat Pure Strike rackets come without a protective head cover.
After months of testing under the name “Project One 7”, the new Pure Strike is ready to be unleashed. And with a redesigned frame shape, optimised for maximum response and accuracy, it’s a new beginning for Babolat’s aggressive First Striker racket. The specs may not have changed much, but the overall feel of the racket is very different, owing to the new frame. The racket feels slightly heavier in the hand, and it’s easier to produce power and spin. It’s also a very stable racket, excelling in block volleys at the net in addition to returning big servers. Dominic Thiem seems to love his! Please note that all Babolat Pure Strike rackets come without a protective head cover.
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Precision Racket
Precision rackets are usually tightly strung with thinner beams for improved feel, allowing you to manipulate the ball more precisely. Typically designed with smaller headsizes, they’re often preferred by more experienced players who favour accuracy over easy power or spin and rely on pure technique to make sure shots hit their mark.
Features
• Headsize: 100 sq. in.
• Weight: 300g
• Balance: 320mm
• Length: 27in
• String Pattern: 16x19
Additional Information
- Quick Ref: 152042
- Man. Ref: 102284
