Yonex 08 VCORE Alpha 100 ruby red

The open 16x18 pattern is here for spin: the strings are spaced wider and the ball bites into them readily. It is the heaviest model in the Alpha series at 275 g. That is enough weight to keep the frame from wobbling while a less experienced player settles the mechanics of the stroke.

At 100 sq in, the head is powerful and stable. An aerodynamic shape with thicker sections in key places makes hard hitting more comfortable. A flexible mesh wrapped around the graphite in the handle filters unwanted vibration. The balance is 330 mm and the build is manoeuvrable. It suits recreational players looking for a balance of power and accuracy. Suggested strings are POLYTOUR REV, POLYTOUR PRO or Rexis.