Babolat Pure Strike 98 16×19 (2025)

Elevate your game with the latest iteration of a performance classic: the Babolat Pure Strike 98 16×19 (2025). Crafted for players who demand precision, versatility and a refined feel, this racquet brings together proven technologies and subtle updates to deliver outstanding performance for the aggressive, all-court competitor.

Key Features & Benefits

• Control + Explosive Response
  With a 98 in² head and an open 16×19 string pattern, this racquet strikes a smart balance between pinpoint control and the freedom to access more spin and punch.

• FSI Control Technology
  A tighter string bed spacing combined with the Woofer system increases dwell-time and enhances trajectory predictability.

• NF² Tech – Natural Flax Fibers
  Strategic placement of flax in the shaft filters unwanted vibration and delivers a clean impact feel — for improved comfort without sacrificing responsiveness.

• Control Frame Technology
  A hybrid frame design that blends a square-section in key zones for stability, with an elliptic shape for dynamic response and feel.

• Tour-Level Specs

  • Head size: 98 in² / 632 cm² 

  • Length: 27″ / 68.6 cm 

  • Strung weight approx. 11.4 oz / 323 g 

  • Swingweight approx. 330 (for stability and punch) 

  • Beam: ~21/23/21 mm 

Who Is It For?

• Advanced club players or tournament competitors who generate their own pace and want a racquet that responds with control and precision.

• Aggressive baseliners or all-court players who mix heavy drives, spins and approaches and need a frame that can handle pace while rewarding feel.

• Players who favour a slightly firmer, connected feel and appreciate the difference that refined materials and string-bed design can make.

Why Choose This Model?

• The Pure Strike 98 16×19 (2025) builds on a legacy of performance frames by blending control-oriented design with enough openness in the string pattern to allow for spin and acceleration when you look to finish points.

• The updated feel via NF² Tech and the refined geometry make this generation more forgiving than past iterations, while still maintaining the pinpoint feel that experienced players expect.

• A smart buy if you’ve outgrown more forgiving “power” racquets and are now ready for a frame that demands commitment but rewards with precision, articulation and shot-making depth.

Stringing & Setup Tips

• Given the 16×19 pattern and stiffer construction, you may find benefit from slightly lower tension than typical for comfort and dwell time — especially if you play long sets or suffer from arm fatigue.

  One user on Reddit noted: “I used the 98 in 16×19 version … but unless I’m making perfect contact … the power drops off drastically.” 

• Choose a string set-up that complements the frame’s stiffness: a softer multifilament or a softer poly hybrid can help with feel without sacrificing control.

• If you lean heavily on spin, the open pattern suits that — but you must bring racquet head speed; it’s not a “mistake forgiving” frame designed for leisurely swings.

Final Thought

The Babolat Pure Strike 98 16×19 (2025) is a high-performance racquet that rewards ambition, precision and intention. If you’re ready to take your game up a notch — and have the swing and movement to match — this racquet offers one of the best blends of control, feel and explosive potential in the advanced category.