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Introducing the RF 01! Designed in collaboration with Roger Federer, this racquet reflects insights accumulated over one of the most legendary careers in tennis history. Featuring the same frame geometry and technologies as Federer’s RF 01 Pro, this racquet combines spin-friendly precision with an arm-friendly stiffness of 64-RA. At roughly 11.2 ounces strung, the RF 01 is perfectly weighted for intermediate players; it will also appeal to the advanced ball striker looking for a speedy all-court weapon or a platform for customization. This racquet’s design is appropriately named SABR, a name the epitomizes Federer’s attacking style. It includes a powerful carbon fiber layup with Braid FORTYFIVE technology to enhance both dwell time and pocketing while helping the racquet bend in ways that complement the vertical mechanics of the modern game (think spin). It also features foam throughout the racquet to deliver a more solid feel along with a reinforced shaft and yoke for more torsional stability through impact (think less racquet flopping on volleys). Ultimately, this companion to Federer’s RF Pro is defined by its quick handling and controllable power. The arm-friendly flex point is a nice bonus.

With the 2023 version of the VCORE 100L, Yonex puts the power and spin-friendly precision of the standard VCORE 100 into a lighter, more user-friendly package. At under 11 ounces strung and boasting a sub-315 swingweight, the 100L makes it easy for rising intermediate players to load the ball with pace and spin. For 2023 Yonex re-engineers the frame’s geometry. In addition to redesigning the shaft and making the beam’s face thinner, Yonex has widened the surface area of the racquet’s upper hoop, resulting in a more stable, powerful, and spin-friendly hitting experience. Other new features include SIF Grommets, which deploy a silicone oil infusion to reduce the friction between the string and grommet. The upshot is greater string movement for increased snapback and easier access to spin. Yonex has also lowered the RA, giving this stick even better feedback than previous versions. As with the previous generation, this racquet has 2G-NAMD FlexForce Graphite in the upper shaft and lower hoop, enabling the racquet to deflect and snap back effectively through impact. Ultimately, with some impressive updates to the frame shape and feel, the VCORE 100L continues to be an obvious choice for intermediate players who want the whole package.