Julie - "I clearly found a big upgrade on the feel compared to the Head Graphene 360 Radical Pro. The racquets play pretty similarly, but the improvement on the feel changed a lot for me, especially up at net and on my slices. Comparing the Head Graphene 360+ Radical Pro to my Tecnifibre TF40 305, the Radical Pro feels much crisper, more maneuverable and more responsive. The TF40 feels more solid, is more dampened and offers more control." You can watch the video review of the HEAD Radical Auxetic here. What is new in the HEAD Radical 2023? While views varied slightly on serves, our playtesters thought the Head Radical MP 2021 offered the qualities needed to close out service games successfully. Chris had no issues settling into a nice, consistent serve. He said, "I was getting enough power on my serves with the Radical MP 2021 that I never felt like I had to work too hard. I'm not the biggest server, but my first serves had the pace needed to draw errors from the returner. I could even sneak in some aces with my slice serves wide on the deuce side. I was happy with the spin I was getting on my second serves, and I found I could keep the pace up and still maintain consistency."

To me, Hawk Power felt a little firm during the first hour in the Radical Pro, but softened up later on. But I still believe that a hybrid setup is the way to go for both of these racquets unless you are a string breaker. I felt like the Auxetic tech has slightly altered the feel of most of the racquets in the HEAD line-up. But the change is subtle and you need to really focus on feeling it. The Head Radical 27 combines power and control, making it a suitable choice for a range of players. However, the exact specifications for the racquet can vary based on its exact model and year of manufacture. They are not much in terms of difference between the Auxetic and the 360+. Perhaps the feel is a tad softer, but they are similar enough that it will be hard for most players to tell the difference. Our playtesters could start points effectively with the Radical MP 2023 in hand. Anna-Lena loved to tap into the racquet's power. She said, "When I hit it right in the sweetspot, the ball came out really fast and I was able to hit some aces, so I enjoyed that. I also never felt impaired when going for spin as a first or second serve. Overall, I felt confident serving with the Radical MP 2023."

Still one of the best overall frames on the market for players that want something that leans toward a players frame but noticeably more forgiving.” Final Verdict Austin then moved up to the net, “I started off with a few volleys going long but once I worked out my rhythm I was finding it really easy to get my spots, getting nice depth on my volleys and closing it out really well.” Tiffani had few issues with her net game. She said, "This racquet offered a good mix of stability, maneuverability and control. I could direct the ball to where I wanted it to go and drop it short now and then. Although I have no real complaints at net, I did have to punch at the ball to get the power I wanted when hitting deep volleys." Zeljko - "This Graphene 360+ Radical Pro is softer and more flexible than the Graphene 360 Radical Pro. It's also way more maneuverable, and I have more control. Compared to the Head Graphene 360+ Extreme Tour, it has less access to spin, but I can feel the ball way better and have a lot more control." Auxetic constructions show a unique deformation compared to non-Auxetic constructions. Due to their internal properties, Auxetic constructions widen when a “pull” force is applied and contract when squeezed. The bigger the applied force, the bigger the Auxetic reaction.

Always looking to close the point out at net, Erik found that the updated Radical MP suited his volley game well. He said, "This racquet was very solid on volleys. I found it to have a nice blend of maneuverability and stability. It was easy to hit volleys deep in the court due to the slightly higher launch angle. This racquet also had really nice feel at net, and I felt connected to the ball overall, especially when hitting drop volleys." Serves - Score: 82And if you live in London, find our list of the best reliable tennis schools in your neighbourhood. Jaye - "I would say the Head Graphene 360+ Radical Pro is comparable to the Yonex EZONE 98 Tour and the Head Graphene 360+ Prestige Pro. All three are great racquets if you are in need of a racquet that provides a bit more control and stability without sacrificing too much maneuverability."

The new Radicals are revealed. For this HEAD Radical 2023 Review, I have tested the HEAD Radical Auxetic MP and Pro. HEAD RADICAL 2023 REVIEW Whilst Sue agreed, “I love the colour. It would take a bit of time getting used to.. having something so bright in my hand, but at least you can see it hitting the ball.” New racquets or paddles must show no signs of use and must be returned in the original poly bag (e.g. plastic on the handle, all tags still attached, no scrapes on the bumper guards, etc.). Austin also found the Radical MP suited his baseline game. He said, "I enjoyed hitting big off both wings. The Radical MP 2023 swings very fast with its head-light balance, and the spacing on the 16x19 feels properly spaced so I didn't lose control. The most notable takeaway I had from hitting groundstrokes was the feeling of the racquet flexing at its throat while remaining very solid throughout the rest of the hoop. I enjoyed all of the Radical MP 2023's features, including the combination of power and spin, the accessible control, the head-light balance and the firmness. The Radical MP 2023 was also very easy to maneuver in just about every situation." Volleys - Score: 80The Radical is what HEAD calls the “people’s racquet.” Why? Because this racquet is a versatile, middle-ground racquet that works for many players at the intermediate to advanced level. The MP is relatively easy to use with a focus on control, while the Pro is more for the advanced aggressive striker. There are no real standout features, but they offer a nice balance for intermediate to advanced players. You can hit out with confidence, but I would have liked a slightly softer feel. The last great Radical to me is the HEAD IG Radical, which felt very nice and plush on impact. These racquets are a more modern interpretation of the Radical. It’s halfway between old-school Radical and the stiffest first generation Graphene. For the ‘connected to the ball’ feel, find out how Head increases your comfort and boosts performance, no matter what swing style you have. From vertical swings to spins, browse our range of tennis shorts for the full gear. Head Innovations I use 51 lbs (23 kg) as a reference tension, but I think these racquets could be strung lower, down to around 47 lbs and still play controlled. I’d string the multi a few lbs higher than the poly with a hybrid setup. How do they play?