HEAD Extreme MP Tennis Racket - Strung - 2026

Name: HEAD Extreme MP Tennis Racket - Strung - 2026
Brand: HEAD
SKU: WH7558
Price: 189.99 GBP
Availability: InStock

HEAD Extreme MP Tennis Racket - Strung - 2026

£189.99 ~~£210~~

Head Size - 100 Sq Inches

Weight Unstrung - 300g

Balance - 320mm

String Pattern - 16x19

Description;The Extreme MP 2026 delivers a powerful combination of spin and control for intermediate or advanced players ready to take their game further. With a 16×19 string pattern and specialized grommet technologies, this tennis racquet generates heavy spin while maintaining the stability you need for consistent, aggressive play.

Hy-Bor integration in the shaft gives you a noticeably solid feel at impact. This aerospace-grade material, engineered in the USA, increases perceived stability throughout the swing. You stay connected to every shot. Auxetic 2.0 enhances that connection further, giving you precise feedback on ball contact so you can adjust and attack with confidence.

The 16×19 string pattern works with spin grommets to help the strings snap back faster after impact. More string movement means more spin potential on groundstrokes and serves. Sound grommets contribute to the crisp, responsive feel the Extreme line is known for. At 300 grams, the racquet balances power with maneuverability. You get enough mass for pace without sacrificing swing speed.

This racquet is for those who want to add spin and power to their game without losing control. If you're looking to hit harder and shape the ball more, the Extreme MP 2026 gives you the tools to do it.
- 16×19 open string pattern for spin generation
- Hy-Bor in shaft for enhanced stability and solid feel
- Auxetic 2.0 for improved ball connection and feedback
- 300g weight balances power with control
- Spin grommets increase string movement on impact
- Sound grommets deliver signature crisp Extreme response

Head Size - 100 Sq Inches
Weight - 300g
Balance - Head Light
String Pattern - 16x19
Length - 27 Inches
Construction - Graphite
Product code - WH7558

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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.