The Wilson Pro Staff 97 Classic Tennis Racket
The Wilson Pro Staff 97 Classic is a control-focused tennis racket that blends the iconic Pro Staff feel with modern performance. This is the frame many serious players grew up watching dominate the pro tour, now refined for today’s game while staying true to its roots.
Built with Paradigm Bending technology, the frame is engineered to flex more through the shaft while keeping the hoop stable. On court, that means clean feedback at contact, reliable control on full swings, and the confidence to take on tighter targets. The result is the kind of precision that rewards good technique rather than masking it.
Wilson’s Braid 45 construction places the double braided fibres at 45-degree angles, allowing the frame to move naturally at impact. This increases dwell time on the strings, giving you better feel and pocketing, while maintaining the rock-solid stability the Pro Staff is known for.
This racket is best suited to intermediate to advanced tennis players who generate their own pace and value accuracy, touch, and consistency over easy power.
Key Features
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97in² head size for precision and control
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Carbon fibre frame with classic Pro Staff feedback
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Paradigm Bending technology for optimised flex between shaft and hoop
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Braid 45 construction for increased dwell time and stability
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Timeless Pro Staff design inspired by the original models
FAQs
Who is the Pro Staff 97 Classic best suited for?
It’s ideal for intermediate to advanced players who want maximum control and feel from their tennis racket.
Does this racket offer much power?
Power comes from your swing. The Pro Staff 97 Classic prioritises control and precision rather than built-in power.
What makes the Pro Staff feel different to other rackets?
The combination of frame flex, braided carbon construction, and dense feel at impact delivers the signature Pro Staff response that experienced players trust.
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*This latest WILSON racket comes custom strung with Luxilon Element at mid-range tension, at no extra cost.
To claim this offer:
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Add the racket to your cart.
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Add the promotion to your order.
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There will also be a Racket Preparation pop-up with a drop-down asking you to select your own string, click ‘NO THANKS’ to this option as this is for custom stringing only.
Custom Stringing
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Want a specific string or tension? Simply use the Racket Preparation drop-down to choose your custom string and tension.
If you select both the promotional offer and a custom string, only your chosen custom stringing will apply, as the promotional offer is an inclusive stringing service rather than a set of strings.
Please note: the string colour and stencil shown in the product image are for illustration purposes only. Custom strung rackets will be strung with either your selected strings or the promotional offer, which may differ from the image.
For further assistance, please email info@playerssports.co.nz
As a guide only, please allow for 3 – 5 working days for custom stringing to be completed.
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Head Size: 97in².
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Length: 27 inches.
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Series: Pro Staff.
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String Pattern: 16x19.
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Unstrung Balance: 31 cm.
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Unstrung Weight: 315 g.
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Stringing Tension: 47 - 57lbs.
Measuring adult tennis racket grip size:
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With your playing hand, fully open your palm and extend your fingers while keeping them close together.
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Take a ruler and vertically align the edge with your third (ring) finger and the bottom of the ruler in line with the joint where your thumb meets your hand.
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Your grip size is then determined by the length between the tip of your third finger to the point where your thumb meets your palm.
Grip Size: L1 4-1/8" (103-106 mm).
Grip Size: L2 4-1/4" (106-110 mm).
Grip Size: L3 4-3/8" (110-113 mm).
Grip Size: L4 4-1/2" (112-118 mm).
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