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Tennis Racket History: From Wooden Frames to Modern Graphite

admin September 30, 2026 November 1, 2026tennis equipment, Tennis Racket
Björn Borg playing with a wooden Donnay tennis racket in Rotterdam in 1979.

Explore the history of the tennis racket, from wooden frames and Borg’s Donnay to Connors’ steel Wilson T2000, oversize designs and modern graphite rackets.

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25 Tennis Racket Questions: Fit, Strings, Weight and Care

admin February 23, 2023 November 1, 2026tennis equipment, Tennis Racket
A tennis racket string bed and a coil of amber string on a clay court.

A tennis racket should fit the player and the task. Its weight alone does not tell you how it swings, and a professional endorsement does not tell you how a retail frame will feel in your hand. These answers provide a practical starting point before you demo, buy or restring.

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Tennis Racket Brands: How to Build a Useful Shortlist

admin March 23, 2021 November 1, 2026tennis equipment, Tennis Racket
A tennis racket string bed and a coil of amber string on a clay court.

A tennis racket brand is a starting point for a search, not a guarantee that every frame it sells will suit you. The useful comparison is between particular models, specifications and string setups. A familiar logo can narrow a shop visit, but a demo should make the final decision.

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