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Wilson Blade 98 18x20 V9 tennis racquet
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Blade 98 18x20 V9 Wilson

Tennis· Blade

Very goodUpdated on 10/02/2026
4.8out of 552 reviews
Version · 15 optionsBlade 98 18x20 V9Change

The Blade 98 18x20 V9 is the closed-pattern version of the Blade V9, used by Aryna Sabalenka, and remains in high demand among those who want maximum control. It weighs 305 g unstrung and 323 g strung, with a 98 in² head and a 21 mm beam. Tennis Warehouse measured 60 RA and a swingweight of 330, higher than the 16x19's, which gives more stability and ball weight. The 18x20 pattern keeps the trajectory lower and the direction more predictable, with less easy spin. It is a precision racquet for advanced players with long strokes.

Key specs

Full specs
Weight unstrung
305 g
Head size
98 in²
String pattern
18x20
Stiffness (RA)
60 RA
Weight strung
323 g
Length
27 in

LevelsAdvanced, Competitive

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Strengths and watch-outs

Pros

  • Excellent directional control
  • Very stable
  • Soft, connected feel
  • Great on flat balls and slice

Cons

  • Little easy spin
  • Demands full, fast strokes
  • Small sweet spot
Ideal for
Advanced player who hits hard and wants directional control and stability above all
Levels
Advanced, Competitive

Specs

Dimensions
Weight unstrung305 gMedium confidence
Weight strung323 gMedium confidence
Head size98 in²Medium confidence
Length27 inMedium confidence
Balance point330 mmstrung (Tennis Warehouse)Medium confidence
Swingweight330strung (Tennis Warehouse)Medium confidence
Construction
Stiffness (RA)60 RAMedium confidence
String pattern18x20Medium confidence
Frame thickness21/21/21 mmMedium confidence
MaterialBraided graphite with basaltMedium confidence
Recommended tension50-60 lb23-27 kgMedium confidence
Grip sizesNo dataMedium confidence

How the RR Score was calculated

CriterionWeightScore
Specs55%62
Approval from players30%82
Versatility15%71

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Wilson Blade 98 18x20 v9 tennis racquet review: stability, control, feel; used by Aryna Sabalenka!Tennis Warehouse · in English

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Buyer reviews

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4.852 reviews
  • Tennis Warehouse4.7 · 12 reviews
  • Mercado Livre4.8 · 40 reviews

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