Comparison · Tennis rackets
Babolat Pure Drive 98 (2025) vs Dunlop FX 500 Tour (2026)
Torn between the Babolat Pure Drive 98 (2025) and the Dunlop FX 500 Tour (2026)? Here is a clear, spec-by-spec comparison, with the differences that actually matter and our verdict.
Pure Drive 98 (2025)FX 500 Tour (2026)
Head size98 in²98 in²
Weight (unstrung)305 g305 g
Balance325 mm315 mm
String pattern16x2016x19
LevelIntermediate to advancedIntermediate to advanced
Power9/108/10
Spin7/107/10
Control7/108/10
Comfort6/105/10
The key differences
- These two rackets have very similar profiles: the choice comes down to feel and swing weight.
The verdict
Close profiles: the Pure Drive 98 (2025) is the more accessible one to improve with, while the FX 500 Tour (2026) suits a higher level.
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