Yonex VCORE
Spin, acceleration and controlled power for producing a heavier ball at different swing speeds.
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Compare the four Yonex racquet families: VCORE for spin, EZONE for power and comfort, PERCEPT for precision and feel, and MUSE for smooth, accessible handling.
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Four playing identities to find the right balance of power, spin, control, feel and comfort.
Yonex EZONE
Comfortable power, a generous sweet spot and balanced response for attacking with confidence.
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Yonex PERCEPT
Control, precision and flexible feel for players who want to shape trajectories and sense the ball clearly.
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Yonex MUSE
Smooth handling, comfort and accessible power for more natural and consistent rallies.
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Yonex VCORE tennis rackets
Explore the 2026 VCORE generation, available from 245 to 305 g for players seeking spin, racquet-head speed and stability on every shot.
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Yonex EZONE tennis rackets
Discover the 2025 EZONE range, with models from 245 to 305 g focused on power, comfort and a generous sweet spot for different levels.
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Yonex PERCEPT tennis rackets
Compare Yonex PERCEPT models from 280 to 320 g, designed around control, precision, stability and a more connected impact.
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Yonex MUSE tennis rackets
Meet the MUSE family from 265 to 295 g, developed for easy handling, comfort, stable control and a more relaxed playing experience.
Yonex VCORE: aerodynamic spin and acceleration to shape the ball
Yonex VCORE rackets are built for players who want to turn swing speed into rotation, controlled net clearance and a ball that drops aggressively inside the court. The eighth generation develops spin through four areas—sweet spot, snapback, speed and stability—so different swing styles can access a heavier response.
The Ipontennis selection covers seven active models from 245 to 305 grams. VCORE 98 and 100 are the main performance references; 98L and 100L reduce mass for faster handling; VCORE Alpha, Alpha L and Alpha SL provide progression options. This breadth keeps the spin concept while adjusting demand, stability and preparation speed.
Before deciding, compare the model with your current racket while keeping string, tension and grip size consistent. Perception changes between a short hit and a complete session, so include serve, return, high balls, defence and strokes played under fatigue.
How to choose within the VCORE range
The family shares one identity, but weight and geometry determine how much help it provides and how much technical demand it adds.
VCORE 98 or VCORE 100
VCORE 98 promotes a more direct trajectory and precise contact for fast swings. VCORE 100 adds margin, launch and easier spin depth. Do not choose only by level: consider where you contact the ball, how much net clearance you create and whether you need extra tolerance in defence.
From 245 to 305 grams
Alpha models at 245, 260 and 275 grams support learning and acceleration. The 280-285 gram L versions balance mobility with response. VCORE 100 at 300 grams is a versatile club option, while VCORE 98 at 305 grams demands cleaner preparation and rewards its additional mass.
Useful spin, not rotation alone
The goal is not maximum curve on every shot but a combination of spin, depth and direction. A frame that is too light may lose stability against pace; one that is too heavy may arrive late. The correct option preserves racquet-head speed and control when the point accelerates.
Compare VCORE with the rest of Yonex
These alternatives show whether the character of VCORE truly matches your trajectory and sustainable swing speed.
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Use the main category to compare the four families, their weight ranges and different levels of assistance.
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Controllable power, a generous sweet spot and comfort for easier acceleration. The current selection includes six models from 245 to 305 grams, with EZONE 98, 100, 100L and Alpha alternatives.
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Precision, flex and feedback for players who create their own pace. Eight active references cover 97- and 100-square-inch heads, different patterns and weights from 280 to 320 grams.
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Smooth handling, efficient energy transfer and comfort for natural play. The available range includes MUSE 100, 100L and 100SL between 265 and 295 grams.
View Yonex MUSE racketsVCORE 2026 develops the four variables behind spin
The new VCORE combines revised aerodynamic geometry with ISOMETRIC, 2G-Namd Flex Force, Servo Filter and VDM. The design targets faster frame movement, greater string movement and stability on strong contact. On VCORE 100, the 16x19 pattern and variable beam support a spin response with usable power.
Feel changes between 98, 100 and Alpha. Mainline models use materials and construction aimed at higher performance, while Alpha reduces technical and financial demand for progressing players. The choice should respect swing speed, contact quality and the amount of weight you can manage through a complete session.
Strings complete the response
A more elastic string adds comfort and depth; a control-oriented monofilament can organise launch when swing speed is sufficient. In both cases, excessive tension reduces the usable sweet spot and may harden impact. Gauge and replacement frequency matter as much as the chosen tension.
Do not automatically copy a professional setup. Their speed, physical preparation and restringing frequency are not comparable with normal club use. The best combination preserves control, comfort and confidence for a complete match, including the moments when footwork becomes less precise.