Wilson Roger Federer 01 Pro Tennis Racket Review & Buying Guide (India)
A hands-on buying guide to the Wilson RF 01 Pro — who the frame actually suits, and which cheaper RF racket is the smarter buy for most club players.
Wilson Roger Federer 01 Pro tennis racket review: who should buy it in India?
The Wilson Roger Federer 01 Pro is the flagship of Wilson's RF line, and at ₹24,049 unstrung it sits firmly in the serious-club-player bracket in India. It is not a beginner racket, and it is not trying to be. This review covers what the frame does well, who it suits, and which of the cheaper RF frames makes more sense if you are not already a strong intermediate.
Wilson Roger Federer 01 Pro Tennis Racket (Unstrung) — ₹24,049, in stock.
What the RF 01 Pro is built for
The RF line descends from the Pro Staff family, and the 01 Pro keeps that DNA: a tighter, more connected feel through the ball rather than a big, forgiving trampoline. In practice that means:
- Feel over free power. You supply the racket-head speed; the frame gives you precision and a very readable ball on contact.
- Flat and slice-friendly. It rewards a one-handed backhand and drive volleys rather than a heavy western topspin game.
- Stability against pace. Against a hard hitter, the frame holds its line instead of twisting.
The corollary is that a player with a shorter swing or an inconsistent contact point will find it demanding. That is a feature of this category of racket, not a flaw in this one.
Who should buy the RF 01 Pro?
Buy it if you play at least twice a week, take full swings, and already know whether you prefer control-oriented frames. It suits club players who came up on Pro Staff or Blade frames and want that feel in a current racket. If you are unsure, that uncertainty is itself the answer — this is not the frame to learn on.
Which RF racket should you buy instead?
Wilson sensibly sells the same design language at lighter specifications, and for most Indian club players one of these is the better buy:
| Racket | Price | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| RF 01 Pro (Unstrung) | ₹24,049 | Advanced players, full swings, control-first |
| Roger Federer 01 (Unstrung) | ₹24,499 | Strong intermediates wanting RF feel with a little more forgiveness |
| RF 1 Future 285 g (Unstrung) | ₹22,749 | Improving players stepping up from a 300 g all-rounder |
| RF 1 Future Lite 265 g (Unstrung) | ₹22,749 | Lighter swingers, juniors moving to adult frames, doubles specialists |
The 265 g RF 1 Future Lite deserves particular attention for Indian conditions: in long humid-weather matches, a lighter frame costs you far less in the third set than a heavy one, and the difference in feel from the Pro is smaller than the 20 g spec gap suggests.
Stringing: the decision that changes this racket
All four frames above are sold unstrung, which is normal at this level and is genuinely an advantage — it means you choose the string rather than inherit a factory job. Two guidelines:
- If you are stepping down from a stiffer frame or have any arm sensitivity, a multifilament or a soft co-poly at a lower tension is the safer starting point.
- If you generate your own pace and want control, a full polyester bed at mid-tension is the conventional pairing for this class of racket.
Budget ₹1,500–₹3,000 for a decent string job on top of the racket price, and remember that in Indian heat polyester loses tension faster than the calendar suggests.
Verdict
The RF 01 Pro is a very good racket for a narrow group of players. If you are a strong club-level player with a classic, full-swing game and a preference for feel over free power, it delivers exactly what the Pro Staff lineage promises. If you are a developing player attracted by the name, the RF 1 Future 285 g or the 265 g Lite give you most of the character at ₹22,749 with considerably more margin for error — and a racket you will still enjoy in your third season.
Shop the gear
- Wilson Roger Federer 01 Pro Tennis Racket (Unstrung) — ₹24049
- Wilson Roger Fedrer 01 Tennis Racket (Unstrung) — ₹24499
- Wilson RF 1 Future Tennis Racquet (285 Grams - Unstrung) — ₹22749
- Wilson RF 1 Future Lite Tennis Racquet (265 Grams - Unstrung) — ₹22749
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Wilson RF 01 Pro good for intermediate players?
It is demanding. The frame rewards full swings and a consistent contact point, so it suits advanced club players. Improving intermediates usually get more out of the RF 1 Future 285 g or the 265 g Lite at ₹22,749.
Does the Wilson RF 01 Pro come strung?
No, it is sold unstrung at ₹24,049. That lets you choose a string and tension that suit your arm and game. Budget roughly ₹1,500 to ₹3,000 extra for a quality string job.
Which string suits the RF 01 Pro in Indian conditions?
Players who generate their own pace typically use a full polyester bed at mid tension. If you have any arm sensitivity, a multifilament or soft co-poly at lower tension is kinder. Polyester loses tension faster in Indian heat, so plan on restringing more often.
