So, I’ve been messing around with racquets lately, trying to find the perfect one, you know? And I stumbled upon what Andrey Rublev uses – the HEAD Gravity Pro. Thought I’d share my little experiment with it.
First off, I got my hands on this HEAD Gravity Pro. It felt pretty hefty, which I guess is good for control, but man, it took some getting used to. It’s definitely not for the weak-armed, that’s for sure.
- Then came the strings. Apparently, Rublev rocks these Luxilon Adrenaline strings. I went ahead and strung the racquet with those, just to see what the fuss was about.
- I started hitting some balls. It was… different. The power was there, but I really had to swing hard to get it going. And my arm felt it after a while.
- I played a few matches. Won some, lost some. But I noticed my shots were more precise, more controlled. Felt like I was placing the ball exactly where I wanted it, most of the time.
Experiment with Strings
I switched to the Head Lynx Tour strings. Seemed a bit softer, easier on the arm. They say these are for tournament players, so I felt all professional and stuff, haha. They gave a good feel, not gonna lie. Good control and my arm wasn’t as tired.
Observations
I read somewhere that beginners should go for lighter racquets with bigger heads for a larger “sweet spot.” Intermediates should aim for a balance of power and control, and advanced players can handle heavier racquets for more precision. This Gravity Pro is definitely in the advanced category. And yeah, the oversized ones are like, 105-135 square inches. The Gravity Pro is probably smaller, which means you gotta be more accurate with your shots. I even saw this clip of Rublev smashing his racquet and busting his knee open during the Paris Masters, must be frustrating using this racket.
Anyway, it was a fun little test. I see why the pros use this kind of gear. It’s tough, requires strength and skill, but when you get it right, it feels amazing. My arm might be sore, but hey, no pain, no gain, right?
Would I use the HEAD Gravity Pro all the time? Probably not. But it was cool to step into the shoes (or should I say, the racquet) of a pro like Rublev, even just for a bit. Oh, and in case you’re wondering, yes, Rublev actually uses the Head Graphene 360+ Gravity Pro, no doubt about it.
