Racquet reviews are very subjective and what feels good to one player might not feel good to another. I tested out 3 racquets - this one, the Head Radical Team 2023, and the Wilson Blade 100L. I would've been fine with any of them, but this one felt the best, especially serving. It was a little tough to compare because they each had a totally different string type (polyester, hybrid, monofilament), which is my only complaint about the demo program. I have this hybrid-strung (which was how I demoed it) and really like it. I hit with a lot of topspin, and this gives me even more, plus I get good power off my shots. It feels great when the ball hits the sweet spot. I was a little worried about the stiffness rating, but it doesn't feel stiff or bother my arm. I like the look of it. The grip is nice and tacky. So far, so good!

After two decades using the same YONEX racquet introduced for Martina Hingis, I finally found a replacement that plays as well and maybe a little better. Very happy with the TECNIFIBRE after trying a slew of demos over the years.