Yes, you read that correctly! What you are about to see will make your eyes water with anxiety, but that’s OK!

Perfect!

Most players would have surrendered this racquet weeks ago, but this player was determined to use the string to its maximum capability.

We agree!

The racquet was performing properly, and there was another one or two in the bag, so why not?

The string is a thin multi-filament so the “fraying” is typical and not to be feared!

The strike zone is very close to the center of percussion, with a couple of hits a little higher up, but generally, the zone is perfect!

So, before you panic and relegate your racquet to the bag, remember this picture!