HEAD Speed MP UL Tennis Racket - Strung - 2026

Name: HEAD Speed MP UL Tennis Racket - Strung - 2026
Brand: HEAD
SKU: WH5398
Price: 142.0 GBP
Availability: InStock

HEAD Speed MP UL Tennis Racket - Strung - 2026

£142 ~~£190~~

Head Size - 100 Sq Inches

Weight Unstrung - 265g

Balance - 330mm

String Pattern - 16x19

Description;The new SPEED MP UL 2026 TENNIS RACQUET is super light and maneuverable with the perfect blend of power and control for beginners and up-and-coming juniors.

UL stands for ‘ultra-light’ and the new SPEED MP UL 2026’s lightness makes it the most maneuverable racquet in the bestselling SPEED series. HEAD have listened to SPEED players, who were asking for a super-light racquet with a standard head size.

As an all-rounder offering a perfect mix of power and control, along with a great pick-up feel, this new model lets you do everything and is ideal for beginners, as well as for up-and-coming juniors looking for an entry into HEAD’s Tour racquet world. Endorsed by Jannik Sinner, the SPEED series is at the center of HEAD’s ‘Tennis Tour Racquet Compass’ and, with its 16x19 SPEED string pattern, the SPEED MP UL 2026 lets you play fast with precise power. State-of-the-art Hy-Bor, a material mix that is used in the high-tech aerospace industry, has been added to the shaft to enhance the perceived stability and the signature solid impact feel. The innovations also include Auxetic 2.0 technology for a more connected feel to the ball. Metallic colors and a matte finish put a fresh and contemporary twist on the SPEED series’ iconic black and white design.

New model for beginners and up-and-coming juniors looking for a highly maneuverable racquet with a perfect mix of power and control
Ultra-light and the most maneuverable racquet in the bestselling SPEED series
SPEED series is at the center of HEAD’s ‘Tennis Tour Racquet Compass’
Precise power with the 16x19 SPEED string pattern
Hy-Bor enhances perceived stability and the signature solid impact feel
Auxetic 2.0 technology for a more connected feel to the ball
Superb pick-up feel
Directional Drilling and Power Grommets for string movement allowing a high level of power and touch
Endorsed by Jannik Sinner
Metallic colors and a matte finish for a fresh take on the SPEED series’ iconic black and white design

Head Size - 100 Sq Inches
Weight - 265g
Balance - Head Light
String Pattern - 16x19
Length - 27 Inches
Construction - Graphite
Product code - WH5398

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What head size should I choose?

Larger heads of 105 square inches and up give a bigger sweet spot and more free power, which suits improvers and anyone who does not generate their own pace. Mid-size heads around 95 to 100 square inches give more control and a cleaner feel, but you have to swing properly to get anything out of them. Most club players sit between 98 and 105.

Does racket weight matter more than head size?

They matter in different ways. Weight determines stability: a heavier frame holds its line against a hard ball and transmits less shock to the arm, while a lighter one is easier to swing but gets pushed around. Head size determines forgiveness. A light racket with a big head is the most beginner-friendly combination; a heavy racket with a small head is the least.

What is racket balance and which should I pick?

Balance is where the weight sits along the frame. Head heavy rackets are usually lighter overall and add power for players with shorter swings. Head light rackets are usually heavier overall and suit players who generate their own pace and want manoeuvrability at the net. Even balance is the safe middle.

Should I buy a strung or unstrung racket?

Frames sold unstrung are aimed at players who want a specific string and tension, and the cost of stringing needs adding. Strung rackets come ready to play with a factory string that is fine to start with. If you do not yet know what string you like, buy strung.

How often should a tennis racket be restrung?

The old guideline is to restring as many times per year as you play per week. Strings lose tension from the moment they go in, whether you play or not, so a racket strung two years ago is well past its best even if nothing has broken. If you are breaking strings regularly, a polyester will last longer.

When does a junior move up to an adult racket?

Junior frames are sized by length, not age. Most players move to a 27 inch adult frame at around 11 or 12, but the test is whether they can swing the racket through the ball without the head dropping. Moving up too early builds bad habits that take longer to undo than waiting.