HEAD Extreme MP L 2026 Tennis Racquet

The HEAD Extreme MP L 2026 is the lightweight, high-spin edition of HEAD’s signature spin frame. Finished in a glossy muted lime-green cosmetic, it delivers the massive topspin, easy depth, and explosive acceleration of the standard Extreme MP in a faster, more maneuverable 280-gram (unstrung) package.

Re-engineered for 2026, it addresses feedback from previous generations by moving away from a muted response, restoring a crisp, punchy, and stable impact feel through the addition of Hy-Bor frame reinforcement.

Performance Profile

1. Maneuverability (9.5/10): Exceptional. At 280 g unstrung with a 325 mm head-light balance, it whips through the contact zone with minimal effort, allowing for fast head speed and quick reactions at the net.
2. Spin Access (9.5/10): Superior. The open 16x19 string layout paired with funnel-shaped Spin Grommets provides maximum string snap-back for steep launch angles and heavy topspin.
3. Easy Power (8.5/10): Generous. Featuring a thick 23/26/21 mm beam cross-section, it offers built-in depth and pace without requiring full physical exertion.
4. Stability & Crispness (8.0/10): Upgraded. The integration of USA-engineered Hy-Bor aerospace fibers in the shaft minimizes frame twisting, keeping off-center hits steady and responsive.
5. Comfort & Touch (8.5/10): Arm-Friendly. Auxetic 2.0 dampening filters out harsh vibrations while maintaining crisp, direct contact feedback.

Key Technologies

1. Hy-Bor Construction: High-tech composite fibers added to the shaft to increase torsional rigidity, resulting in better energy transfer, less frame twist, and a crisp impact feel.
2. Auxetic 2.0: Located in the yoke and handle to optimize real-time ball feedback and dampen unwanted vibrations.
3. Spin Shaft & Spin Grommets: A specialized lateral shaft geometry paired with enlarged, funnel-shaped grommets that allow the main strings to deflect freely for enhanced spin snap-back.
4. Sound Grommets: Engineered to maximize string bed movement while tuning impact acoustics for a crisp, punchy sound on contact.
5. Graphene Inside: Strategic frame reinforcement that optimizes structural mass distribution and stability.

Best Suited For

1. Rising Intermediates: Developing players who want an easy-swinging, spin-friendly frame to elevate their baseline consistency and shot depth.
2. Transitioning Juniors: Junior players moving up to their first adult 100 sq. in. performance racquet.
3. Fast-Swinging Baseline Players: Hitters who rely on quick racquet speed to generate topspin angles and passing shots on the run.
4. Arm-Conscious Hitters: Competitors needing lightweight power and plush dampening to reduce joint strain.

Specifications

• Head Size: 100 sq. in. / 645 cm²
• Length: 27.0 in. / 68.58 cm.
• Unstrung Weight: 280 g / 9.9 oz.
• Strung Weight: ~296 g / 10.4 oz.
• Unstrung Balance: 325 mm / 6 pts HL.
• Strung Balance: ~335 mm / 3 pts HL.
• Beam Width: 23 mm / 26 mm / 21 mm.
• String Pattern: 16 Mains / 19 Crosses.
• Stiffness Rating (RA): ~65 RA.
• Swingweight: ~300 - 305.
• Grip Type: HEAD Hydrosorb Pro.
• Cosmetic: Glossy Muted Lime Green / Yellow.