Racket Features
Apart from the key components, weight and balance, additional features will affect the playing characteristics of a tennis racket:
Head Size
A tennis racket with a larger head size provides more power but less precision.
For whom?
A racket with a larger head size is suitable for beginners or slightly advanced players seeking a larger sweet spot.
A tennis racket with a medium-sized head provides more precision but less power.
For whom?
A racket with a medium-sized head is suitable for advanced to highly advanced players who consistently hit the ball cleanly.
String Pattern
A tennis racket with an open string pattern (16x19) delivers more power and spin but slightly less control and string durability, whereas a tennis racket with a dense string pattern (18x20) provides more string durability, control, and precision but slightly less power and spin.
Grip Size
The grip size of a racket is measured on a scale from 0 to 5. Most women feel comfortable with grip size 1 (4 ⅛) or 2 (4 ¼), while men usually lean towards grip sizes 2 (4 ¼) or 3 (4 ⅜). Also read: