Babolat Air Veron 2.6

Professional level in the Veron line, without a heavy head: the Air Veron 2.6 weighs 355 g, and at 265 mm its balance point sits towards the middle. That makes it quick to turn in the hand when volleys come one after another at the net.

Carbon Flex and Black E.V.A. lead the list, followed by Vibrabsorb System², Smart ButtCap, Holes Pattern System and 3D Spin, all on a carbon frame. For someone still learning the strokes it comes too early, since a pro-level model assumes settled technique.