Wilson’s topspin racket: 300 g, with a 99 sq in head and a 16×20 string pattern.
Try it alongside other spin rackets if you want to see how much more your ball dips.
Your swing and strings still do most of the work. Judge it on depth and placement, not on the spin label.
Facts and their source states. They do not predict exactly how this racket will feel to you.
Wilson manufacturer specifications checked on 7 October 2026: 300 g unstrung, 99 sq in, 27 in, 16×20, 31.5 cm balance and 23.5 mm flat beam. The 48–58 lb tension range is from Wilson's model specification; no RA or swingweight is published in the checked product specification.
Frame quotes are dated observations. Add strings, labour and delivery where required.
| Retailer | Frame | Strings | Delivery | Total | Stock | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tennis-Point | £187.90 | unstrung | Not recorded | Needs full quote | unknown | 2026-10-06 |
Editorial shortlist based on published frame class and weight; compare on court.
Babolat’s topspin racket, for baseliners who like the ball to dip into the court.
£250.00Babolat · unstrung · checked 2026-10-06Trade-off: A spin-focused frame still needs a full swing. Demo it alongside a more neutral racket and compare control on flatter shots, returns and volleys.
Head’s topspin racket, a 300 g MP for players who build points with heavy forehands.
£189.00Pro:Direct · unstrung · checked 2026-10-06Trade-off: Check you can still control depth on a full swing. The Pro and MP XL are different rackets, so don’t mix them up.
Yonex’s topspin racket for baseliners: 300 g with a 100 sq in head.
£199.99All Things Tennis · unstrung · checked 2026-10-06Trade-off: A spin racket won’t swing for you. Check that you can still place flatter shots with confidence.
Use the manufacturer range above where it is published. Agree the material, thickness and starting tension with your stringer; there is no universal setup for this frame.
Start with your string problem →Check bumper, hoop, throat, grommets and grip. Structural doubt overrides a cosmetic grade. Include replacement parts and a restring in the total.
Check a used listing →These are other reviewers’ findings, not our own play tests. Their strings, tension and playing style may differ from yours.
A spin-friendly all-rounder that's easy to swing, though flat hitters were less convinced.
Where they differ: Launch split the testers: one found it a little low, others said flatter shots flew.
Suits: Players who hit with plenty of topspin.
Summarised from reviews by Tennis Warehouse, Tennishead and Tennis Companion, read October 2026.
Exact model reference ↗ · source checked 2026-10-07