The official rules of tennis state that a racquet should not exceed 12.5 inches (31.75 centimeters) in width overall. Moreover, the hitting surface cannot exceed 15.5 inches (39.37 centimeters) in length and 11.5 inches (29.21 centimeters) in width.
Similarly one may ask, is a longer tennis racquet better?
The longer the racquet, the higher the swing weight and the better the reach. Benefits of XL racquets: Higher swing weight means better stability and more power (plow-through) Higher contact point on serves – more power.
People also ask, what size tennis racket should a 14 year old use?
Overview
| Age: | 4 – 5 years | > 14 years |
|---|---|---|
| Height: | 2 ft. 11 – 3 ft. 3 | > 4 ft. 11 |
| Length racket: | 46 cm | 68 cm |
| Recommended racket: | 18 inch | 27 inch |
How heavy is Roger Federer’s racket?
Federer, for what it’s worth, is using a racket that weighs in north of 12.5 ounces — far too heavy for the average club-level player or even high-level junior for that matter.
Is a lighter or heavier tennis racket better?
Some basic concepts – a heavy racket is more powerful, more stable and transmits less shock than a lighter racket (all other things being equal). A lighter racket is more maneuverable and thus, a player is able to swing it faster.