
Babolat Pure Aero 98 (2023)
Length | 27 inches |
Head size | 98 sq |
Weight Unstrung | 10.75 oz / 305 grams (+/- 7 g) |
Weight Strung | 11.39 oz / 323 grams (+/- 5 g) |
Unstrung Balance | 9pts HL / 31.5cm (+/- 7mm) |
Strung Balance | 7pts HL / 32.1cm (+/- 7mm) |
Swing weight Unstrung | ≈295 |
Swing weight Strung | ≈321 |
Stiffness | 70 (+ / – 3) |
Width | 21mm / 23mm / 22mm |
Material | Graphite / NF²-Tech / SWX Pure Feel / FSI Spin Technologies |
String Pattern | 16 Mains / 20 Crosses |
Mains Skip |
Aerodynamic
The Babolat Pure Aero is one of the most iconic racquets in modern tennis, famous for its spin-friendly design, aerodynamic frame, and powerful feel. Originally introduced in 2003 as the AeroPro Drive, it became synonymous with Rafael Nadal, who played a major role in its evolution and popularity. The spin potential of this frame is almost unmatched and is best suited for aggressive topspin heavy baseline players with whippy swings.