
The HEAD TOUR (formerly known as the HEAD ATP ball) is HEAD’s premium flagship pressurised tennis ball. Co-engineered with professional ATP/WTA players, it is designed to deliver maximum speed, spin control, and consistent bounce for elite-level play.
Performance Profile
- Speed & Responsiveness: High / Fast. The ball features a lively core that comes off the stringbed briskly, allowing aggressive players to generate maximum pace.
- Spin & Control: Exceptional. The premium woven felt grips the strings exceptionally well, making it easier to shape aggressive topspin and precise slice trajectories.
- Durability & Longevity: Extended. Engineered with Encore™ Technology, the inner core resists softening over extended hit sessions, allowing the ball to retain its freshness and bounce longer.
- Visibility: Maximum. Equipped with SmartOptik™ felt, offering roughly 19% higher visibility than standard felt for quicker reaction times during fast-paced exchanges.
Best Suited For
- Player Level: Tournament competitors, advanced players, and high-performance club players seeking tour-grade responsiveness.
- Court Surfaces: Performs exceptionally well on hard courts and slower clay surfaces.
- Playing Conditions: Ideal for moderate to cooler temperatures where extra ball speed and liveliness help maintain dynamic gameplay.
Specifications
- Pack Count: Single pressurized tube containing 4 balls.
- Ball Type: Pressurised Extra Duty / Tournament Grade.
- Core Technology: Dynamic (EN)Core (Synthetic/Natural polymer blend).
- Felt Technology: SmartOptik™ Felt (Fluorescent high-visibility woven felt).
- Approval: ITF (International Tennis Federation) approved.
- Official Tournament Ball: Used across numerous ATP and WTA professional events.
