The benchmark power racquet, refined for feel in its eleventh generation. A stiff, explosive 100 that hands you free depth on groundstrokes and serves, now more comfortable thanks to Babolat's flax construction, without losing the pop that made it famous.
How it plays
Flat-friendlySpin-friendly
Firm / CrispSoft / Comfortable
Great for: Players of almost any level who want easy, explosive power and a versatile all-court frame. It gives free depth on a compact swing, turns the serve into a weapon, and stays forgiving through a big sweet spot, which is why it suits improvers and advanced players alike. A superb doubles racquet for its serve and net pop.
Not ideal for: Players who want a soft, flexible feel or maximum control from a dense pattern. The Pure Drive runs stiff, so arm-sensitive players should string it soft or consider a control frame, and precision-first players should look at the Pure Drive 98 with its 16x20 pattern.
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