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2. GRAB THE HANDLE WITH THE CONTINENTAL GRIP, OR “HANDSHAKE GRIP”
The first thing you’ll want to do is turn your racket on its side and grab the handle so your pointer finger knuckle is lined up with the top-right bevel. It should feel like you are giving your racket a handshake.
3. CHECK IF YOUR FINGERS ARE TOUCHING YOUR HAND
The main rule with grip size is that you want a handle big enough so that there is some space between the tips of your fingers and your hand (like the image on the left). If your fingers go all the way around the handle and run back into your hand (like the image on the right), you need a larger grip size.
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SELECTING THE RIGHT TENNIS RACKET FOR YOUR SKILL LEVEL
Before you can select the best tennis racket for your level of play, it’s important to understand two elements of racket construction: head size and weight.
BEGINNER TENNIS PLAYERS
Players first learning the game of tennis should start with a light racket featuring a larger head size, often called an “oversize” racket. This will help them make contact with the ball consistently while learning to rally without wearing out their arm as their muscles get used to the game.
When choosing a tennis racket for a beginner, here are a few things to look for:
- Oversize head size
- Lighter frame
- More power
INTERMEDIATE TENNIS PLAYERS
Intermediate players can start to reduce their head size and add a little more weight to their racket as their tennis muscles develop and they learn to generate more pace on their own. Doing these two things will allow them to keep their new-found power under control.
When selecting a racket for intermediate tennis players, keep the following in mind:
- Oversize or Midplus head size
- Medium weight frame
- Less power generated from the racket, more control
ADVANCED TENNIS PLAYERS
Advanced players should be using “mid-size” rackets that allow them to play with control, feel and precision. These three benefits will provide a more connected-to-the-ball feel, allowing players to play more confidently as they go for their shots.
When selecting a racket for advanced tennis players, keep the following in mind:
- Midplus to Midsize head size
- Medium to heavy weight frame
- Rackets optimized for control and feel