
WILSON Pro Staff 97 Classic Tennis Racquet
Description
Experience unparalleled maneuverability with the Wilson Pro Staff Classic 97UL, designed to offer players a responsive and agile performance on every swing. Its ultra-lightweight construction allows for quick adjustments, making it easier to generate racquet head speed and react to fast-paced rallies with confidence. Beyond speed and agility, the Pro Staff Classic 97UL provides exceptional control and a connected feel. The racquet’s balanced design ensures precision in shot placement, giving players the ability to execute both aggressive and delicate strokes with consistency. Its responsiveness enhances touch and feedback, making every shot feel intentional and controlled. Combining modern performance with a touch of classic Pro Staff heritage, this racquet delivers a timeless playing experience. Players of all levels can enjoy the iconic Pro Staff feel while benefiting from advanced lightweight engineering, allowing them to elevate their game with confidence, comfort, and precision.
Technologies
OPTIMIZED FLEX FOR PRECISION AND CONTROL: Paradigm Bending is an advanced carbon fiber construction engineered to optimize the bending profile of the racquet’s hoop and shaft. By strategically controlling how the frame flexes during impact, this technology enhances responsiveness and stability, allowing players to achieve a more controlled and precise stroke with every swing. By shifting additional flexibility into the shaft, Paradigm Bending delivers a perfect balance between the classic Pro Staff feel and modern performance demands. Players benefit from exceptional touch and precision without sacrificing power, creating a harmonious blend of timeless control and contemporary energy on the court.
DENSE STRING BED FOR ENHANCED CONTROL: String Mapping is a specialized string pattern designed to enhance control and consistency. By positioning the strings closer together, the racquet creates a denser string bed, providing a more predictable and stable response on every shot. This configuration helps players maintain precision, whether hitting aggressive groundstrokes or delicate touch shots. The denser string bed also improves feedback and feel, allowing players to better sense the ball at impact. With String Mapping, players gain enhanced shot placement and accuracy, making it easier to execute precise, confident strokes across all areas of the court.
45-DEGREE BRAID FOR ENHANCED FEEL AND CONTROL: Braid 45 is an advanced frame construction technique that arranges double-braided fibers at precise 45-degree angles. This strategic alignment allows the fibers to flex and “breathe” more effectively upon impact, enabling the frame to respond with greater control and responsiveness. The result is enhanced ball pocketing and a more connected feel at contact, while maintaining exceptional stability. Players benefit from increased dwell time, improved touch, and a balanced combination of comfort and performance, allowing for precise and confident shot-making.
TIMELESS STYLE WITH MODERN REFINEMENT: Classically Inspired Design celebrates the heritage of a timeless racquet aesthetic while embracing modern innovation. The reimagined cosmetic draws from iconic design elements of earlier generations, blending traditional style with contemporary refinement for a sophisticated and elegant appearance on court. By connecting nostalgia with decades of technological advancement, this design honors the legacy of the Pro Staff line while reflecting its ongoing evolution. The result is a racquet that appeals to both longtime fans and new players, offering a visual identity that is as meaningful as its performance.
| Specification | |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Cover | Full Cover |
| Grip Size | G3 (4 3/8) |
| Head Size | 97 sq. in |
| Length | 27 in (Standard) |
| Playing Level | Professional |
| String Pattern | 16/19 |
| Strung | No |
| Unstrung Weight | 315 g |