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Babolat Pure Drive Junior 26 — product photograph from Tennis Express (authorised retailer)Image: Tennis Express (authorised retailer)
Racketessential tierJunior length

Babolat Pure Drive Junior 26

100 in² · 26 in · 250 g unstrung · 16x19

100 in² · 26 in · 250 g unstrung · 16x19

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Who it is for

Juniors typically 10–12 years old and 140–152 cm who like a lively, powerful feel.

Why it works

A 26-inch, 250 g graphite frame with Pure Drive geometry gives easy depth without adult mass.

Watch-outs

Junior length — a player who is physically ready for 27 inches gives up reach and stability by staying here.

Strengths

  • Lively and easy
  • Graphite construction

Trade-offs

  • Firm
  • Outgrown quickly

Compatible player profiles

  • Beginner players
  • Intermediate players
  • Advanced players
  • Juniors on manufacturer height guides for this length
  • Players who want free power
  • Transition and lighter adult players

Talk to a person too. Junior racket transitions, persistent pain and injury concerns should be discussed with a qualified coach, stringer or medical professional as appropriate. Demo before buying.