A brand with a reputation for innovation, HEAD trace their tennis origins back to the late 60s and the creation of the first aluminium-based tennis racket, the brainchild of company founder Howard Head.
Head, a former aeronautics engineer, began a racket revolution with his idea for light yet strong frames. Attracted by the durability of a metal racket, American icon Arthur Ashe stepped in to give a player’s point of view, assisting with development of the original aluminium frame in 1969. A few years later, a HEAD racket was in the hands of a champion, with Ashe famously wielding his signature Competition to win Wimbledon in ’75.
Since then, HEAD have continued to push the boundaries of racket design, utilising all kinds of space-age materials in the quest for ultimate performance. They’ve had many more champion players using their frames, too, from Agassi and Muster in the 90s to Murray, Djokovic, Sharapova and Stephens in the 21st century.
Their modern range has options for every type of play. There’s the ever-popular Prestige, providing absolute precision since 1987, the versatile Radical with its vibrant paintjobs, and the super-fast Speed, which remains Novak’s racket of choice. More recent additions include the aggressive Gravity, endorsed by Sascha Zverev, the spin-focused Extreme, recommended by Matteo Berrettini, and the explosive Boom, a power-focused frame endorsed by US prodigy Coco Gauff. Whichever you choose, you’ll perform at your best with a HEAD racket.
More Spin Than Anything
The HEAD Extreme 2024 range has whirled into the tennis world like a tornado, adding a cunning twist to the performance of players with its cutting-edge technology and innovative design.
Head Extreme PRO 2024 Tennis Racket (Unstrung)
Spin to win with the HEAD Extreme PRO 2024 in Yellow, featuring a close string pattern to create heavy revolutions on the ball as you strike towards the baseline.
Endorsed by 2024 Wimbledon champion Barbora Krejcikova, the HEAD Extreme PRO 2024 gives aggressive baseline players the spin they need to put their opponents on the back foot and take control of matches.
The racket is made with Auxetic 2.0 technology in the yoke piece, which improves feedback on shots, allowing players to have the confidence to play with boldness, ripping through the ball to find the lines with powerful topspin, or delicately caressing a drop shot just over the net.
An open string pattern further encourages spin, while the head light design and smaller headsize allows you to swing faster, with energy focused on the smaller sweet spot to ensure that anything that comes off the centre is returned with venom.
Endorsed by 2024 Wimbledon champion Barbora Krejcikova, the HEAD Extreme PRO 2024 gives aggressive baseline players the spin they need to put their opponents on the back foot and take control of matches.
The racket is made with Auxetic 2.0 technology in the yoke piece, which improves feedback on shots, allowing players to have the confidence to play with boldness, ripping through the ball to find the lines with powerful topspin, or delicately caressing a drop shot just over the net.
An open string pattern further encourages spin, while the head light design and smaller headsize allows you to swing faster, with energy focused on the smaller sweet spot to ensure that anything that comes off the centre is returned with venom.
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HEAD Extreme
The HEAD Extreme tennis racket is a versatile and dynamic choice for players who demand both power and spin. Known for its unique frame design, the Extreme offers increased spin potential with its innovative string pattern and enlarged grommets. The racket's lightweight yet sturdy construction provides excellent manoeuvrability without sacrificing stability. With its responsive feel and forgiving sweet spot, players can generate explosive power while maintaining control and precision. The HEAD Extreme is favoured by aggressive baseline players who rely on heavy topspin shots and aggressive swings. Take your game to the extreme with the HEAD Extreme tennis racket.
Control Racket
Control rackets usually have closed string patterns – essentially, more strings per area – to increase ball contact and give you more control over your shots. They tend to have thinner beams to allow more flex and often utilise material technologies to make you feel more connected to the ball.
Spin Racket
Spin rackets typically have open string patterns – fewer strings with more space between them – to allow the strings more “bite” on the ball and make it easier to produce spin. They often have specially designed grommets that increase the effect, along with aerodynamic frames for faster racket speed through the air.
Features
• Endorsed by Barbora Krejcikova, Bianca Andreescu, and Matteo Berrettini
• Headsize: 630 sq cm / 98 sq in
• Weight (unstrung): 305g / 10.8oz
• Balance (unstrung): 315mm / Head Light
• Length: 68.5cm / 27 in
• String pattern: 16 / 19
• Beamwidth: 22 / 23 / 21
• Auxetic 2.0 technology in the yoke piece improves feedback from strokes
• Open string pattern encourages spin
• Head light design enables fast and controlled swing
• PLEASE NOTE: This racket is delivered unstrung
• Headsize: 630 sq cm / 98 sq in
• Weight (unstrung): 305g / 10.8oz
• Balance (unstrung): 315mm / Head Light
• Length: 68.5cm / 27 in
• String pattern: 16 / 19
• Beamwidth: 22 / 23 / 21
• Auxetic 2.0 technology in the yoke piece improves feedback from strokes
• Open string pattern encourages spin
• Head light design enables fast and controlled swing
• PLEASE NOTE: This racket is delivered unstrung
Additional Information
- Quick Ref: 1021724
- Man. Ref: 231104
Choosing the Right Grip Size for your Tennis Racket
One often overlooked, but crucial, aspect when selecting a tennis racket is the grip size. The grip size is the measurement around the handle's circumference, and choosing the right one can significantly impact your comfort, control, and potential to prevent injury. This article will guide you through the process of selecting the right tennis racket grip size.
Importance of Choosing the Right Grip Size
A correctly sized tennis grip ensures you have optimal control over your racket and helps prevent injuries. Too small a grip may cause your hand to shift during play, reducing accuracy and increasing the risk of developing tennis elbow due to overuse of the forearm muscles. Conversely, a grip that's too large can make the racket hard to turn and manipulate, and it could also lead to hand, wrist, or shoulder injuries due to overgripping.
Measuring Your Grip Size
There are two common methods to measure your grip size:
- The Ruler Method: Open your dominant hand and extend your fingers. Align a ruler with the bottom lateral crease of your palm, measuring to the tip of your ring finger. The measurement in inches correlates with your grip size.
- The Finder Test: Hold the racket with a standard Eastern forehand grip, where the base knuckle of your index finger is on bevel #3. You should be able to fit the index finger of your other hand in the space between your ring finger and the palm that's gripping the racket. If there's not enough room for your finger, the grip is too small. If there's too much space, the grip is too large.
Grip Sizes: U.S. vs. European
In the U.S., grip sizes range from 4 inches to 4 ¾ inches, increasing in increments of 1/8 inch. European grip sizes use a different naming system, L0 to L5, each correlating to their U.S. counterparts as follows:
| European Grip Size | US Grip Size |
|---|---|
| L0 or G0 | 4 Inches |
| L1 or G1 | 4 1/8 inches |
| L2 or G2 | 4 1/4 inches |
| L3 or G3 | 4 3/8 inches |
| L4 or G4 | 4 1/2 inches |
| L5 or G5 | 4 5/8 inches |
Choosing the Right Grip Size
When choosing the right grip size, consider the following points:
- Go for the smaller size if you're in between: It's easier to increase the size of a grip than decrease it. You can always add an overgrip (which usually adds about 1/16 inch) to a smaller handle to increase its size, but shaving down a larger handle is not recommended as it can compromise the racket's structural integrity.
- Consider your style of play: Players who rely on spin might prefer a smaller grip size, which allows for more wrist action. In contrast, players seeking control may benefit from a larger grip size.
- Test it out: If possible, try before you buy. Visit a local sports store, hold the racket, and mimic your swing to see how it feels. Remember that comfort is key - if it doesn't feel right, it probably isn't.
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