BabolatPure Drive 26 Junior Tennis Racket

About

The Babolat Pure Drive 26 Junior Tennis Racket (2024) is designed for young competitive players transitioning into full tennis play. Built with the same explosive DNA as the legendary Pure Drive adult series, this junior version delivers easy power, spin potential, and improved control in a lighter, more manageable frame suited to developing athletes.

Ideal for players around 140–150 cm tall, this racket helps juniors build proper technique while still giving them enough power to finish points confidently. Its graphite construction and open string pattern provide a lively, responsive feel that supports aggressive baseline play and all-court development.

Product Features

• Junior Pure Drive Performance Design – Inspired by the iconic adult Pure Drive series
• Explosive Power Generation – Helps young players hit deeper, more penetrating shots
• 16x19 Open String Pattern – Enhances spin and shot control
• Graphite Frame Construction – Lightweight yet strong for developing players
• Large Sweet Spot – More forgiveness on off-centre hits
• FSI Power Technology – Improves ball interaction and boosts rebound energy
• Elliptic Frame Structure – Adds stability and increases power transfer
• HTR System Reinforcement – Improves torsional rigidity for more stable strokes
• Reduced Vibration Design – Helps protect developing arms from shock
• Junior-Specific Grip Size (00) – Designed for smaller hands and better control
• Lightweight Maneuverability – Easy swing speed for improving technique
• Tournament Transition Ready – Ideal stepping stone to adult rackets

Product Specifications

• Brand: Babolat
• Model: Pure Drive Junior 26 (2024)
• Product Type: Junior tennis racket
• Player Level: Junior / beginner to intermediate competitive
• Age Range: ~10–13 years
• Player Height Range: 140–150 cm
• Head Size: 645 cm² (100 in²)
• Length: 660 mm / 26 in
• Weight (unstrung): 250 g ± 7 g
• Balance: 325 mm ± 7 mm
• String Pattern: 16x19
• Frame Composition: Graphite
• Beam Width: 23–26–23 mm
• Stiffness (RA): 64
• Swing Weight: 245
• Grip Size: 00 (junior-specific)
• Recommended Tension: 19–23 kg
• Recommended String: Synthetic gut/performance multifilament (e.g., Xcel)
• Pre-Strung: Yes