How you can use data to select the ideal racket setup tailored to you

Discover how Tennis Lab uses Hawk-Eye technology and performance data from over 3,500 players to match you with the perfect racket and string setup for your game.

Key Points

  • ✅ Summary Key Points:
  • 80% of tennis players use the wrong racket, often chosen by brand or color rather than performance needs.
  • Tennis Lab uses Hawk-Eye technology (the only public-accessible Hawk-Eye court globally) to match players with the optimal racket using millions of data points from 3,500+ players.
  • 4 key performance metrics are used to assess racket suitability:
    Ball speed
    Spin
    Landing depth
    Accuracy
  • Players receive quantified performance improvements of 5–20%, validated by in-lab and on-court testing.
  • Two offerings:
    In-person fitting experience using Hawk-Eye and live testing
    AI-based online racket recommender that matches users to the best rackets based on demographics, style, and player goals.
  • The online tool ranks 80+ rackets specifically for each player’s profile using data from real-world hitting tests – not just lab numbers.
  • Includes custom string and tension recommendations, plus hybrid string setups, based on lab and real-world testing.
  • Racket and string recommendations are personalized based on your needs (e.g. control vs power), down to precise tension ranges.
  • Data enhances performance by:
    Validating player feel vs reality
    Tracking progress over time
  • A more powerful or spin-heavy racket gives players an edge through deeper shots, sharper angles, and greater control – all measurable and adjustable with Tennis Lab tech.
  • Final takeaway:
    Data lets you eliminate guesswork, fast-track equipment choices, and make informed decisions that directly improve performance.
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