Wilson Blade Pro 98 v9 16X19 (2022)
| Length | 27 inches |
| Head size | 98 sq |
| Weight Unstrung | 10.76 oz / 305 grams |
| Weight Strung | 11.39 oz / 323 grams |
| Unstrung Balance | 6pts HL / 32.5cm |
| Strung Balance | 2pts HL / 33.5cm |
| Swing weight Unstrung | ≈307 (+/- 5%) |
| Swing weight | ≈337 (+/- 5%) |
| Stiffness | ≈61 |
| Width | 21.46mm Straight Beam |
| Material | Braided Graphite / Basalt |
| String Pattern | 16 Mains / 19 Crosses |
| Mains Skip |
H22 family
The Blade Pro (BP) V9 is a heavier brother of the retail V9 version, bosting a higher swing weight and slightly head light balance making for a different hitting experience. This version can only be purchased through Wilson Pro Labs directly.
The BP V9 and the H22 share similarities in their mold, but using a different layup does change the characteristics of these rackets even if they look identical cosmetically.
String Pattern & Spacing – While both have a 16×19 drill pattern, the BP V9 has wider spacing between the mains, making it more open and spin-friendly. The H22 has a denser pattern in the center but opens up outside the 8 throat mains, leading to a more controlled response.
Feel & Flex – The H22 is known for its plush, classic pro-stock feel with a slightly more flexible response, whereas the BP V9 offers a crisper, slightly more modern response.
Swingweight & Customisation – The BP V9 often comes in a higher stock swing weight (~344 SW in some cases), making it heavier to maneuver compared to many customized H22 setups, which pro players often modify to their exact specs.
BP V9 is a more accessible, slightly tweaked version of the H22, with a more open string pattern and a slightly firmer response, while the H22 remains the go-to for pro players preferring a softer, more customisable platform.
