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Yonex Vcore 98L Tennis Racquet Review & Buying Guide (India)

A buying guide to the Yonex Vcore 98L — a light, spin-friendly tennis racquet — covering its feel, who it suits and value in India.

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Yonex Vcore 98L tennis racquet, unstrung

Yonex Vcore 98L review: a light, spin-friendly tennis racquet

Yonex's VCORE line is built for spin, and the Vcore 98L brings that character in an unusually light, easy-to-swing package. In India it sells for ₹11,109 (down from ₹24,400). If you are an improver or competitive club player who wants spin and control without a heavy, demanding frame, here is what the Vcore 98L offers.

Specs and feel

The Vcore 98L is a lightweight 98-square-inch frame at around 285g unstrung, which makes it quick to manoeuvre in fast rallies and at the net. Yonex's Isometric head shape enlarges the sweet spot, while String Sync grommets free up the strings to snap back for extra spin and pop. A Vibration Dampening Mesh in the handle softens impact, making the racket comfortable and arm-friendly for regular play.

How it plays

This is a spin-and-control racket first. The lighter weight lets you swing fast and brush up the back of the ball for heavy topspin, and it is forgiving enough on off-centre hits to suit improving players. You get easy access to spin and a comfortable feel, at the cost of some of the raw plough-through a heavier frame gives against big hitters. For singles rallies, doubles and all-court club tennis, it is a versatile, manageable frame.

Who should buy it

The Vcore 98L suits intermediate and improving players who want spin, control and manoeuvrability in a light frame, and anyone stepping up from a beginner racket who values comfort. Strong, advanced players who want maximum stability and power against pace may prefer a heavier 300g-plus racket.

Alternatives to consider

If you want a touch more weight and control, the Yonex VCore Pro 100 (300g) (₹11,509) and VCore Pro 100L (₹11,599) are close-priced options, while the Yonex VCore Pro 97L (290g) (₹13,299) leans further towards precision and control for intermediate players.

Value verdict

At well under half its original price, the Yonex Vcore 98L is excellent value for an improver who wants a light, spin-friendly, comfortable racket. It will not overpower a heavier frame in a slugfest, but for control, spin and easy handling it is a smart, versatile buy.

Stringing and setup tips

How you set up the Vcore 98L shapes how it plays. A spin-friendly co-polyester string suits the frame's character, while players chasing comfort or with arm sensitivity can use a softer multifilament or a hybrid setup. String tension is a useful lever: lower tension adds power and a little more spin, higher tension gives more control, so start in the middle of the recommended range and adjust from there. Get your grip size right too — a grip that is too small encourages over-gripping and arm strain. A simple dampener cuts string vibration if you like a quieter feel. Re-string every few months of regular play, since strings lose tension and spin long before they actually break.

If you are buying your first proper racket, it is worth having it strung at a shop that can advise on tension and string type for your level. Many Indian stores will string a new frame for you at purchase, so you can walk out with a setup matched to your game rather than guessing.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the Yonex Vcore 98L good for intermediate players?

Yes. It is a light, spin-friendly 98-inch frame with a forgiving sweet spot and a comfortable feel, which makes it well suited to intermediate and improving players who want control and manoeuvrability.

How heavy is the Yonex Vcore 98L?

It is a lightweight frame at around 285g unstrung, which makes it easy to swing and quick to handle in fast rallies and at the net.

Is the Yonex Vcore 98L good for spin?

Yes. Yonex's Isometric head and String Sync grommets help the strings snap back on contact for extra spin, and the light weight lets you swing fast to generate topspin.