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The HEAD Speed Tour 2026 Tennis Racquet is designed for advanced players who want the precision and control of a players racquet without giving up the spin and pace required for the modern game.
Built around a more compact 97 square inch head size and a spin-friendly 16x19 string pattern, the Speed Tour delivers a more precise and connected response than the Speed MP. It rewards confident swings and clean ball striking, giving experienced players the ability to attack aggressively while maintaining excellent directional control.
From the baseline, the Speed Tour combines strong plow through with impressive spin potential, helping players drive the ball through the court with heavy pace and precise targeting. The tighter response and smaller head size provide greater confidence targeting lines and changing direction, making it especially appealing for players who generate their own racquet head speed and want maximum command over the ball.
Despite its control-oriented nature, the Speed Tour still offers accessible power and a modern feel thanks to its thicker beam construction and solid stability throughout the frame. Compared to more traditional low-powered control racquets, the Tour provides easier depth and a more forgiving response while still maintaining the precision advanced players demand.
At net, the racquet feels stable and predictable, offering excellent touch and confidence during fast exchanges. On serve, the combination of spin access, precision, and plow through helps players hit aggressive targets while maintaining consistency under pressure.
The Speed Tour 2026 is ideal for advanced intermediate to advanced players who take full swings, create their own pace, and want a racquet that rewards aggressive shot-making with precision, stability, and modern spin performance.
HEAD Speed Tour Tennis Racquet (2026)
After listening to SPEED players, HEAD have introduced a new model to the bestselling series that is at the center of HEAD’s ‘Tennis Tour Racquet Compass’. As the first SPEED racquet with a smaller head size of 626cm² or 97in², and with its relatively high weight of 305 grams, the SPEED TOUR 2026 delivers excellent control. You can do everything with a racquet that is endorsed by Jannik Sinner and has a 16x19 string pattern that allows for more spin than the SPEED PRO 2026. State-of-the-art Hy-Bor, a material mix that is mainly used in the high-tech aerospace industry, has been added to the shaft to enhance the perceived stability and signature solid impact feel. The innovations also include Auxetic 2.0 technology for a more connected feel. Metallic colors and a matte finish put a fresh and contemporary twist on the SPEED series’ iconic black and white design.
Weight (unstrung): 305 g / 10.8 oz
String Pattern: 16/19
Head size: 626 cm² / 97 in²
Balance: 315 mm / 1 in HL
Length: 685 mm / 27.0 in
Beam: 23 mm
Racquet comes unstrung and without a cover