Wilson Pro Staff 97 Classic vs Wilson RF 01 Pro Laver Cup 2026
Specs, character and prices of both rackets side by side. The main differences are summed up below.
Specs
Weight
315 g
320 g
Head
97 in²
98 in²
Stiffness
66 RA
67 RA
Strings· Same
16×19
16×19
Length· Same
27 in
27 in
Balance
310 mm
315 mm
Swingweight
325 kg·cm²
331 kg·cm²
Level
Advanced
Advanced
Price
19,399.9 TL
19,899.9 TL
Key differences
Weight
5 g difference
Wilson Pro Staff 97 Classic
315 g
- Plus: Easier to swing, tires the arm less
- Minus: Less mass behind the ball
Wilson RF 01 Pro Laver Cup 2026
320 g
- Plus: Puts more mass behind the ball, feels more stable
- Minus: Harder to swing, tires the arm more
Balance
5 mm difference
Wilson Pro Staff 97 Classic
310 mm
- Plus: More head light: quicker at the net and on defence
- Minus: Less power from the head
Wilson RF 01 Pro Laver Cup 2026
315 mm
- Plus: Weight in the head, gives more power
- Minus: Less quick at the net and on defence
Frequently asked questions
- Which one is lighter?
- Unstrung, the Wilson Pro Staff 97 Classic weighs 315 g and the Wilson RF 01 Pro Laver Cup 2026 320 g.
- Which level does each one suit?
- Wilson Pro Staff 97 Classic: Advanced. Wilson RF 01 Pro Laver Cup 2026: Advanced.