HEAD Boom MP 2026 Tennis Racquet

The HEAD Boom MP 2026 is the flagship centerpiece of HEAD’s explosive Boom racquet series. Endorsed on tour by players like Coco Gauff and Lorenzo Musetti, the standard 2026 edition sports a refreshed, deep blue cosmetic inspired by HEAD’s racing lines.

Mechanically, it blends user-friendly power, sharp topspin, and arm-friendly comfort with updated shaft materials and an AI-optimized string layout that delivers a cleaner, more direct feel than previous generations.

Performance Profile

1. Easy Power (8.5/10): High. The 100 sq. in. head shape (wider upper hoop) and 24 mm beam profile produce effortless depth and ball pace, allowing hitments to generate speed without aggressive physical output.
2. Spin Generation (8.5/10): Excellent. Featuring an open 16x19 string bed and wide Power Grommets, it allows ample string snap-back for high topspin and heavy kick serves.
3. Maneuverability (9.0/10): Very High. At 295 g unstrung with a head-light balance, it swings fast through the air, aiding quick setups on defense and fast reaction volleys at the net.
4. Comfort & Direct Feel (8.5/10): Soft yet Crisp. The incorporation of Hy-Bor material along with Auxetic 2.0 dampening gives a plush impact feel while returning crisp, direct feedback to the hand.
5. Control & Trajectory (8.0/10): Improved. The new AI-designed string pattern tightens consistency through the center zone, keeping ball trajectories predictable compared to earlier Boom models.

Key Technologies

1. Auxetic 2.0: Integrated into the yoke and handle butt-cap to actively adjust frame response on impact, reducing harsh vibrations and providing precise ball feel.
2. Hy-Bor Construction: Aerospace-grade boron composite fibers added to the shaft region to resist frame twisting, maximizing power transfer and torsional stability.
3. AI String Pattern: Algorithmically optimized string spacing developed using machine learning to expand the effective sweet spot and offer trajectory control.
4. Morph Beam: Blends a square-shaped box beam in the shaft (for feel and control) with an aerodynamic head geometry (for power).
5. Power Grommets & Directional Drilling: Enlarged and angled grommet holes maximize string bed trampoline effect for added power and forgiveness.

Best Suited For

1. Intermediate to Advanced Players: Hitters seeking a forgiving 100 sq. in. frame that makes hitting deep, heavy groundstrokes easier.
2. Aggressive Baseline Players: Players who use topspin and depth to dictate points from the back of the court.
3. Doubles Specialists: Anyone needing quick handling for rapid net exchanges, fast reactions, and easy serve power.
4. Arm-Conscious Hitters: Players wanting explosive power and depth without stiff, jarring feedback.

Specifications

• Head Size: 100 sq. in. / 645 cm²
• Length: 27.0 in. / 68.58 cm.
• Unstrung Weight: 295 g / 10.4 oz.
• Strung Weight: ~312 g / 11.0 oz.
• Unstrung Balance: 315 mm / 1 in HL.
• Strung Balance: ~325 mm / 6 pts HL.
• Beam Width: 23 mm / 24 mm / 22 mm.
• String Pattern: 16 Mains / 19 Crosses.
• Stiffness Rating (RA): ~61 - 63 RA.
• Swingweight: ~313 - 316.
• Grip Type: HEAD Hydrosorb Pro.
• Cosmetic: Deep Blue (Standard Edition).