Marrying captivating design with an updated layup, the Wilson Blade 98 (16x19) V8 is tailored to better suit the contemporary, vertical swing path favored by competitive players. 
 
The star innovation, FORTYFIVE°, achieves a delicate balance by enhancing both the flexibility and stability of the frame, delivering an unparalleled feel for the ball with every shot. 
 
Maintaining its distinguished presence in the hands of the world's elite players, this evolution of the Blade caters to aggressive, precise ball-strikers, offering a premium amalgamation of connected-to-the-ball feel, torsional stability, and a mesmerising color-shifting design that captivates teammates and opponents alike.
 
Parallel Drilling
Grommet construction provides a consistent, more forgiving string bed response while dramatically increasing the sweet spot.
 
Forty-Five
Patent-protected frame layup produces more connected-to-the-ball feel while better complementing the more modern, vertical swing path. Material increases both flexibility and stability without compromise through the swing.
 
Agiplast
Plant-based bumper, grommet and end cap components reduce overall environmental footprint.
 
Braided Graphite + Basalt
Elastic and reactive material combination improves the flex of a racket to increase ball contact with the strings for enhanced feel and greater control.
 
Top Grip Taper
Tapered grip lends better feel for top-handed grip placement on two-handed backhand.
 
DirectConnect
Carbon fibre handle extends to directly connect with end cap for improved feel and enhanced torsional stability.
 
Head (sq cm)
632
Head (sq in)
98
Length (cm)
68.58
Length (in)
27
String Pattern
16X19
Strung balance (cm)                  
33
Strung balance (pts)
-4
Strung weight (grams)
321
Strung weight (ounces)
11.32
Taper System (mm)
20.6
Unstrung balance (cm)
32
Unstrung balance (pts)
-7
Unstrung weight (grams)
305