Building on nearly 20 years of dominance, the Wilson Blade 104 v9 is the preferred choice of avid competitors looking for ultimate control, feel and stability. Featuring a new Emerald Night Green matte finish, the Blade 104 V9 boasts the largest head size in the Blade series, resulting in a generous sweet spot and an optimal balance of control and power. It features a braided graphite + basalt frame with a DirectConnect carbon fiber handle that delivers a better feel and enhanced torsional stability. With an extra-long grip to increase reach, it features an open 16x19 string pattern and StableFeel technology designed to sharpen responses and increase stability. Racquet Technology Parallel Drilling: Grommet construction provides a consistent, more forgiving string bed response while dramatically increasing the sweet spot. FORTYFIVE: Patent-protected frame layup produces a more connected-to-the-ball feel while better complementing the more modern, vertical swing path. The material increases both flexibility and stability without compromise through the swing. 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. Tapered grip lends a better feel for top-handed grip placement on the two-handed backhand. DirectConnect: Carbon fiber handle extends to directly connect with end cap for improved feel and enhanced torsional stability. Double Holes: Increased string flex yields a larger sweet spot, producing longer dwell time on the string bed. StableFeel technology provides an enhanced, firmer feel that increases stability and creates a more connected-to-the-ball feel. Designed with avid players in mind, this "sharper Blade" is ideal for those seeking to improve their game.