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Babolat Pure Aero Gen9 (2026) vs Tourna Grip Original vs Yonex EZONE 98

Axes first, then the short verdict. The overall Court Score is not an average.

Listing

Accessory

Tourna Grip Original

$6–$8 / 3-pack

Racket

Yonex EZONE 98

$250–$280

Court Score
4
4
3
Powerfree depth
4
3
4
Controlaim when swinging out
3
4
3
Spinshape / dip
5
3
4
Comfortarm-friendly sessions
2
4
5
Valueworth street price
3
5
3
Verdict
The yellow spin frame club players still mean when they say Aero—Gen9 is a bit more muted than the 2023 beast, still the clearest primary demo in the spin lane.
The dry, dusty overgrip that still works when your palm gives up in the third set.
A comfortable modern 98 that gives rec regulars easy depth without a boardy, tour-stiff feel.