Want power and precision without compromise? Then you need the new Pure Drive 98 racquet.
In 1994, BABOLAT launched the Pure Drive tennis racquet, which soon developed a reputation for power. Over the course of subsequent models, Babolat made changes and added innovations to meet the demands of the game. It's no surprise that the Pure Drive is one of the world's most popular and versatile racquets.
The 10th-generation Pure Drive tennis racquet will take your game to a new level with its explosive power and improved feel.
The Pure Drive 98 has all the characteristics of the Pure Drive family and offers the ultimate precision.
It's available as a matched pair with a maximum weight difference of 1 gram.
Team BABOLAT pro players may play with a customized or different model than the equipment depicted.
Benefits:
Power
Prefer to take the ball early, but lack the extra power needed for a winning shot? We've adjusted the racquet’s weight and balance point to give you that extra power, all combined with the latest HTR technology. Now you can outmanoeuvre your opponent with confidence!
Precision
Does your playing style require the best power: precision ratio? Thanks to its 98 sq. inch (632 sq. cm) head and polar inertia, the Pure Drive 98 improves stability on impact for more precision.
Feel
To play tennis your way, you need to completely trust your racquet. That’s why we've added the latest Pure Drive SWX technology to this 98 version. The result is an excellent ball feel for the perfect sensations.
HTR System
The High Torsional Rigidity (HTR) system is a new lay-up composition in the hoop of the racquet for increased rigidity to produce explosive winners at will.
SWX Pure Feel
New technology featuring extended wrapping of SMAC technology, the cutting-edge vibration filtration system integrated in the lay-up composition, provides an unrivalled feel at ball impact and a unique sound on every shot.
Elliptic Frame
Elliptical frame structure with optimal resistance and overall rigidity for phenomenal power.
Technical Characteristics
Head Size: 630 cm²
Length: 685mm
Weight (unstrung): 305g +/- 7g
Balance (unstrung): 325mm +/- 7mm
Swing Weight: 300
Stringing Pattern: 16/19
Stiffness (RA): 74 -/+ 7
Section: 21/23/21
Composition: Graphite
Recommended String: RPM Blast / RPM Power
Tension Recommended: 23-27 Kg / 50-59 Lbs
Recommended Grip: Syntec Pro
Strung / Unstrung: Unstrung
Returns Policy
UK Delivery
Free Royal Mail tracked 48 delivery on orders over £75
Standard Delivery £4.99 (2-3 working days)
Express Delivery £6.99 (1-2 working days)
Please note: Some items may incur additional postage charges due to their size and weight. This will be displayed at the checkout stage of your purchase. Example products: Umbrellas, golf clubs, hockey sticks, racquets, snooker/pool cues, skis/snowboards, table tennis tables etc.
Click & Collect
We offer a Collect in Store option at our checkout page. Once your payment is processed and your order is ready to collect, we will send you a 'Ready for Collection' email.
Please do not attempt to collect your order unless you have received your ‘Ready for collection’ email.
Collection can be made Monday - Saturday between 10am-5.30pm. Please note our store is closed on a Sunday.
International Shipping
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Returns & Exchanges
While we hope that you will love every purchase, if you are not completely satisfied with your goods, we will happily offer you a full refund or free exchange.
You are entitled to a refund or an exchange if you contact Greaves Sports within 14 days of receipt to acknowledge the return. You then need to return your item(s) within a further 14 days in a perfect, resalable condition with all labels and tags attached. You can return your items in the post or at our store.
*Please note: underwear, face masks & personalised items are non-returnable.
