Sporting a slick color-shifting elastic finish, the Wilson Blade 98 (18x20) v8 commands attention with eye-catching design alongside elevated performance. While the exterior of the frame morphs between shades of green and copper, the interior of the frame features new FORTYFIVE° technology to increase flexibility and stability, yielding excellent feel for the modern, vertical swing path common in today's game. In addition, the carbon fiber handle extends to the end cap for enhanced feel and torsional stability, producing a frame that exceeds all expectations for the latest evolution of the most popular racket franchise on the pro tour.

Features

• String pattern (18x20) optimizes string durability and generates stiffer response for enhanced touch and precision

• FORTYFIVE° increases flexibility and stability to produce a more connected-to-the-ball feel while better complementing the modern, vertical swing path used by most competitive players

• DirectConnect extends the carbon fiber handle to connect directly to the end cap for improved feel and enhanced torsional stability

• Dynamic, color-shifting elastic finish allows frame to morph between shades of green and copper

• Headsize:  98 sq. in.
• Weight Unstrung:  305g/(10.7 oz.)
• Weight Strung:  320g/(11.3 oz.)
• Length:  27"
• String Pattern:  18 x 20
• Stiffness/Flex:  60
• Beam Width:  20.6mm Flat Beam
• Balance:  32cm/(12.6 in) - 7 pts Head Light
• Swing Weight:  327
• Power Level:  Low
• Swing Speed:  Fast
• Swing Type:  Full
• Racquet/Player Type:  Advanced
• Composition/Construction:  Braided Graphite + Basalt
• Grommet Technology:  Parallel Drilling
• Frame Technology:  FORTYFIVE°, DirectConnect, Parall Drilling
• Recommended String:  Champion's Choice
• Endorsed By:  Stefanos Tsitsipas
• Grip Type:  Wilson Pro Performance
• Colors:  Green/Black
• Recommended String Tension:  50-60 lbs.
• Misc:  No Cover