Wilson’s Blade performance tennis rackets deliver perfect control to dominate in big moments. For the 10th edition of this iconic franchise, we’ve elevated the design for the modern player, incorporating insights from nine generations of innovation. For the Blade 98 18×20 V10, we raised the beam height in the upper hoop by 1mm to create a subtle taper that improves racket head stability and injects a dose of effortless power for extra aggression. We also updated the layup to deliver an industry-leading 3 degrees of torsional stability while maintaining Blade’s signature feel. The closed string pattern further enhances control and responsiveness, and the Championship Green color is sure to pop on court. Features Parallel Drilling Grommet construction provides a consistent, more forgiving string bed response while dramatically increasing the sweet spot. DirectConnect Carbon fiber handle extends to directly connect with end cap for improved feel and enhanced torsional stability. Elite Spec Tolerance Eilte spec control for confidence in every swing to create the most consistent Blade ever!​ Braided composition Braided composition improves the flex of a racket to produce enhanced feel and control​​ Zen Edge Zen Edge creates 3° of torsional stability for perfect Blade feel and off-center stability on off center shots to control any situation​ Signature X-Loop Signature X-Loop geometry in the shoulders that deliver stability and feel to make a Blade a Blade​ Championship Green New Championship Green colorway​ 18×20 String Pattern Dense string pattern optimizes string durability and generates stiffer response for enhanced touch and precision. Specs Head (sq in): 98 Length (in): 27 String Pattern: 18X20 Taper System (mm): 21.6-20.6 Unstrung balance (pts): -7 Unstrung weight (grams): 305