Construction made of hardened steel shaft and lightweight aluminum head, making it about 20 g lighter than a pure steel racket and significantly more manageable. The center of gravity is shifted towards the racket's center for a balanced playing behavior. The double stringing pattern ideally combines the playing characteristics of a racket with a bridge with those of one without a bridge. It merges the power and speed of a bridge-less racket with the excellent ball control and outstanding vibration dampening of a racket with a bridge. The U-profile extends the cross strings, resulting in greater ball acceleration and power compared to conventional frame shapes. The strings can vibrate more freely, creating an improved trampoline effect.