{"product_id":"babolat-pure-drive-98-2025-racquet","title":"Babolat Pure Drive 98 2025 Racquet","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginally introduced in 2019 as the Pure Drive VS, the Pure Drive 98 has built its reputation on controllable power. It carries the most compact, surgical head size in the Pure Drive lineup and now pairs it with a tighter 16x20 string pattern, giving players the control they need to swing out with confidence when loading up on pace and spin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor 2025, Babolat dials in comfort with an updated version of NF2 Tech, using flax fibers in the throat to smooth out harsh vibrations, a welcome upgrade given the stiff beam. It also carries over FSI Power from the previous generation, a bundle of technologies that helps transfer more energy into the ball for easy, effortless pop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRounding things out is Babolat's HTR System, a layup construction that stiffens the hoop to boost power while cutting down on frame twist for better stability and rebound control on off-center hits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottom line:\u003c\/strong\u003e With enhanced dampening on top of everything that's made it a favorite, the 2025 Pure Drive 98 delivers that signature blend of speed, power, spin, and precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHead Size: 98 in² \/ 632.26 cm²\u003cbr\u003eLength: 27in \/ 68.58cm\u003cbr\u003eStrung Weight: 11.4oz \/ 323g\u003cbr\u003eBalance: 13.18in \/ 33.48cm \/ 3 pts HL\u003cbr\u003eSwingweight: 326\u003cbr\u003eStiffness: 69\u003cbr\u003eBeam Width: 21mm \/ 23mm \/ 21mm\u003cbr\u003eComposition: Graphite\u003cbr\u003ePower Level: Low-Medium\u003cbr\u003eStroke Style: Medium-Full\u003cbr\u003eSwing Speed: Medium-Fast\u003cbr\u003eRacquet Colors: Blue\u003cbr\u003eGrip Type: Babolat Syntec Pro\u003cbr\u003eString Pattern:\u003cbr\u003e16 Mains \/ 20 Crosses\u003cbr\u003eMains skip: 7T,9T,7H,9H\u003cbr\u003eTwo Pieces\u003cbr\u003eNo Shared Holes\u003cbr\u003eString Tension: 46-55 pounds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRestringing available — let us know your preferred string tension in the order notes at checkout.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Babolat","offers":[{"title":"L3 (4 3\/8 in \/ 111 mm)","offer_id":44955753644125,"sku":"101551","price":377.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"L4 (4 1\/2 in \/ 114 mm)","offer_id":44955753676893,"sku":"101551-1","price":377.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0746\/7863\/2541\/files\/101555-PD_LITE_GEN11_S-100-1-Face.jpg?v=1787911242","url":"https:\/\/servingaces.com.au\/products\/babolat-pure-drive-98-2025-racquet","provider":"Serving Aces","version":"1.0","type":"link"}