Babolat
Vertuo Air
A light racket with a soft fiberglass face aimed at accessible play. Early experiences suggest variable control.
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Comfortable • Forgiving • Forgiving
The Babolat Vertuo Air 2023 is a light racket aimed at players seeking accessibility with quality materials. At 345 grams, with a hybrid shape and soft fiberglass face, Babolat positions it for players who want easy ball speed without too much effort. Based on early experiences and specifications, it appears primarily forgiving, although the balance between power and control may take some adjustment.
The Babolat Vertuo Air 2023 combines a hybrid racket shape with a weight of 345 grams and medium balance. Its 38 mm profile is usual for an all-round racket. The face consists of fiberglass, generally a softer-feeling material offering more forgiveness on off-centre hits. The carbon frame is intended to provide stability without increasing weight. At a recommended retail price of €160, Babolat positions it in the accessible price segment. Its combination of low weight and a soft face suggests a focus on ease of play and access to ball speed without much effort from the player.
What you will notice as a player
The racket helps in defense: a calm swing sends balls off the glass deep again.
A balanced racket that responds predictably in most situations.
No pronounced weakness, but no single shot where the racket particularly stands out either.
Which shots are affected most?
| Situation | What will you notice? |
|---|---|
| Defense | Plenty of help: the low balance and generous sweet spot return balls off the glass calmly and deep. |
| Volley | Crisp and agile: aiming feels effortless and late adjustments remain possible. |
| Bandeja | Easy to control: the ball stays reasonably low and predictable. |
| Vibora | It works, but speed and bite must mostly come from your own technique. |
| Smash | Enough power, but you still need to put considerable effort into the swing. |
| Block | Stable: the racket is ready in time and returns the ball with control. |
| Off-center ball | Reasonably forgiving: outside the sweet spot you lose some speed, while accuracy is largely maintained. |
This racket suits a broad range of players.
Well suited to
Less suited to
This racket is likely to suit you if you…
have a sensitive arm and need cushioning
are often a little late on fast balls
want more comfort and cushioning
want an agile, fast racket
This racket may disappoint if you…
want a very direct, crisp feel
You will probably appreciate this racket if you…
- •play often at the net and like quick hands;
- •want a racket that helps in defense;
- •want a balanced racket that handles every shot;
You may run into limitations if you…
- •want a pronounced specialist rather than an all-round racket;
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Indicatieve marktprijs
€160 ·