Following on the heels of the VCORE SV model it replaces, the Yonex VCORE 98 Tennis Racquet (305gm, Unstrung) has been meticulously engineered for the speed and spin of the modern game.

At 305 grams, this racket is weighted for intermediate players, but it should also work for the advanced player who wants a light player's racket with plenty of room for weight customization. With this update, Yonex reduces wind drag by expanding the location of the Aero Fin grooves to include the lower portion of the head.

This technology is complemented by an Aero Trench grommet system which submerges the grommets to further reduce wind resistance. The upshot of these technologies is easier acceleration, which will help you load the ball with more pace and spin.

The VCORE 100 also gets updated with a material called Named, which is unique graphite designed to increase frame torque, ball pocketing and spin. From the baseline, the VCORE 100 (305g) moves fast for its weight and spin comes very easy.