With more space between strings, an open pattern allows the racquet to bite the ball better. This helps players accentuate their spin. According to stringer Roman Prokes of RPNY Tennis and ...

“People often talk about how racquet technology has changed tennis, but I would argue the string technology has had a greater impact,” says former U.S. Open finalist Todd Martin. “In my ...

A tennis racket consists of a lower handle, called a grip, and a frame that contains a tightly wound web of strings. The grip and frame are connected by a neck. While rackets vary in terms of length, ...

a trend that is due in no small part to modern tennis rackets, and which governing bodies are monitoring closely. The changes in racket construction make it easy to overlook the contribution of ...