Building on nearly 20 years of dominance, Wilson's Blade performance rackets remain the preferred choice of avid competitors seeking ultimate control, feel and stability. The Blade 98 (18x20) V9 offers a sharper, more stable response that delivers a stronger feel for the ball. With a new emerald night matte finish, the V9 features a braided graphite + basalt frame with a DirectConnect carbon fibre handle for improved torsional stability. StableFeel technology improves the racket's crisp response and the feel of its control-orientated string pattern.

• Blade advantage: feel and control

• Smaller head: Improves precision and provides crisp feel

• 18x20 string pattern: Dense string pattern improves feel and precision

• Innovations: Updated features and composition improve stability for stronger feel

• Upgrades: The latest shock absorber and grommet design is easier to use, more durable and fits the racquet better

• Design: Dynamic emerald night green matte finish with orange accents complement the sharp response of the frame.