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Old 01-21-2022, 10:36 AM   #529
Inglewood Jack
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Originally Posted by Erick Estrada View Post
That has to be some sort of record for low tension. In the day I had my Dunlop Max 200G strung to 40 lbs to emulate McEnroe and I couldn't hit from the baseline without going long on any shots where you tried to generate pace. I can see why it worked for him with his net play but it leads to a trampoline feeling when swinging through the ball. I don't think any racquet manufacturers these days recommend tensions under 50 lbs.
With the modern game’s super grippy poly strings and extreme western grips, it’s probably a lot easier to spin the ball in than the old days of continental/eastern grips and heavy frying pans.

But yeah 24lbs is ridiculous if true. Maybe it’s easier on the joints and less breaking strings mid-point.
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