Auxetic 2.0 is here! Head Prestige Pro 2023 Auxetic 2.0 Racket Review | Rackets & Runners 

Absolutely spectacular review with clearly researched talking points. This actually explains the customer demographic and capabilities of the racket better than head themselves. Wow 😯 Be proud ✅

I love Prestige line, it forces you to get better. And when you do, it rewards you.

I play with the 2021 Pro, and I just love the feel of the frame. Plus, for me, with it being so soft, I never really get arm issues anymore.

Well, I have sold 2 of these to a young (21) promising player with fairly good technique. His best shot is by far his backhand. Lo and behold: 1 year later this lad is kicking my ass with his Prestige. He's very consistent and can spin the ball like crazy with his forehand (which used to be his liability). This racquet, in the proper hands, can make wonder. All depends on the POTENTIAL of the driver...

I loved the review, never gonna use not even close to buy the prestige but watching these make me understand more about rackets. Keep the incredible job, love from Mexico.

Another great one Luca !

Such a classy looking racquet

Beautiful racket, great review! Exactly why I love playing with the Prestige, but I'm moving onto the Pure Strike for some more modern spin an power. I'll always miss that classic control feel though. (The 2021 Prestige used in this video was actually MY racket, so it will live on forever on RU-vid!)

Used prestige’s for years. Now using v core pro 97 but always have a soft spot for prestige

great review. Would love a comparison review between: PRESTIGE MPL vs PERCEPT 100

Love the feel breakdown and I also have the 2015 Blade and PT280 as top tier feel frames. I am finding the Yonex Percept H to feel pretty great and also be a lot more forgiving than a Prestige. It would be cool if you got one of those in.

Looking forward to the Head Prestige Tour 2023 review. Thanks for the great content and reviews!! @RacketsRunnersVancouver

my weapon of choice is the prestige mid 93 microgel, its a heavy but the love is eternal - thank you Head, Bro great review!

Prestige yeeeessss... I just order tour 2021 and i cant wait to compare it with my v core 95

Superb detailed review! You are my go-to-reviewer when I need to research some rackets Is this Pro harder to use than Blade Pro? I like BP plow but cannot dial in serves and like more HL racket. Used to use RF97 but it was too stiff Or is the Tour hardest one? I played briefly with VC95 too but it was too filmsy

Great review, Luca. You mentioned that the prestige has this nice feel “pocketing” or “absorbing” the ball on contact. I really like that kind of feel and am looking for a racket with similar feel. What would be some of the top rackets that have a similar feel? Thanks I’m advance.

Incredible review

Enjoy your reviews. Any thought on a review of strings? The best poly, the best multi filament, the best hybrid?

I play with the 2021 Tour, and love it. You absolutely have to be aggressive and confident in your racket, and it rewards you! Already ordered a new Tour, hoping it's just as good

Hello, thank you for your videos. What tennis string do you use on the Head Prestige Pro and at what tension?

Hi, great review!!! Can you give some comments on Solinco Whiteout 18x20 and Head Speed Pro ? Thanks!

Very good review 👍

I played with a 93 in² YouTek Prestige MID until the beginning of last year and I had no problem with generating spin. 16x19 is not for me. I break strings too easily and I don't wanna play with a thicker string than 1.25mm. I have played with so many different rackets and the Prestige was always the easiest to play with for me. It just instantly felt like a natural extension of my arm. I string mine with an Isospeed Blackfire S, which is very durable and adds a lot of spin. Topspins strings are mandatory with this racket for me, but that combination of the frame and the string gives me the perfect balance of everything. I can serve well, hit great forehands and backhands, flat, with spin or slice and it's the best racket for volleys I have ever used.

your groundstroke is so clean. Hoping to see videos about it to improve mine :)

I have the 1994 one. Its a beast. I can't hit with it because it's too heavy unfortunately. Wish there was a way to take weight off

nice review! wonder how prestige pro would compare to percept 97d given they are almost same spec

Please do a Babolat Pure Strike 18x20 review, i haven't ever seen an in depth review about it, great video though!

Please can you review the Prestige MP-L? I think it is amazing in stock form, but with a leather grip and a few grams in the head it is amazing!

May I suggest that you try out Prince Phantom 93p? It is another amazing control frame with true paper thin beam (16.5 min and 20.5 max). Even though being 93, it is pretty easy to hit with. And it just cuts through the air. I also have the POG 93 Mid Plus which is harder for me to play with. So I bet the newer 93 (released in 2021?) has got some new tech in it. Would like to see what you think about 93p when comparing with the other control frames like Prestige Classic 2.0

Luca - any chance you've thought about reviewing the 2023 Prestige Tour? I'm fascinated by the 95 sq in and 16x19 pattern, though want to hear your thoughts on it

Would love to see you review the Pure Strike VS

Is the grip shape as Youtek Prestige MP? Because I saw that some modern head rackets have a different grip shape, not as rectangular as it is on my Prestige Youtek.... Any thoughts?

As I use the 2001 i.prestige mid, this might be my only choice if I were to try and find the closest thing in a new racket. The RA flex rating is most important to me. Absolutely great honest review. Thank you. I’m curious about the Prestige Classic 2.0 that came out too…it has a RA rating of 61 and was wondering if you’ll review it too. It seems just like my rackets but new…hmm…ok. Thanks

How do you feel about prestige tour? It’s a 16x19 with 22 mm beam just like the 2015 blade. Also not quite as heavy as the pro, although it’s a small difference.

I'm waiting for MP l to try too

I am recreational player and I love this Racket but it's true that you need to go for all the shots and be confident. If you don't attack, have a good slice and you don't have proper technique/footwork definitely don't buy it. However, if you are a good player (not necessarily incredible player) with long strokes and decent footwork this Racket may help you to learn and improve with that "prestige feeling". Definitely a good teacher if you are willing to learn rather than win matches

Hey Luca! I was wondering if the Radical pro 2023 is similar this qnd whoch would be better? Would love your thoughs on this one!

What string set up do you recommend for this racket?

IMO the original prestige is the best stick ever made. Used it for nearly 20 years. Excellent review.

Waiting for the prestige mp review!

A comparison with the Percept 97D would be delicious! 😊

I am looking for a racket that allows me to send the ball exactly where I want it. Since I have strong power, I am focusing solely on control. I aim to hit the ball hard and accurately, like Marat Safin or Sinner. Is the Prestige Pro the most suitable racket for me among the models currently on the market? Or prestige tour? I am currently using the TF40 18x20

How it compares to the Wilson ultra pro 18x20?

Its so much demanding than the Gravity Pro? I am playing with Gravity Pro and i love it... the only 'problem', for me, is for my one handed backhand that is not the best stick, but its not bad at all... considering that the Prestige is 98", i think the backhand would suit better, right?

Any reviews for the Tour or MP version?

Keen on a review of the 2023 MP. Specs seem to indicate that it’ll appeal to a wider player audience…

What does this feel like compared to the Wilson Pro Staff 97?

How do the new blades compare to the 2015 version? I'm looking to switch from that, but it's tough since every racket I've demoed so far is a noticable downgrade in feel

So was there really no difference between the 2021 and 2023 pro ? Does that 2 less RA make it even less powerful ( by a noticeable amount? )

How is the feel compared to prestige flex point mp?

Can you please review the prestige tour?

Don't apologize for going nerdy! The nerdier the better!

How does the prestige compare with yonex percept 97D?

Ive been playing with ProStaff 97 v14 since it came out. If i play like an aggressive baseliner, it's great. Painting lines all day with my forehand and backhand. Bit too heavy for my serve, and if you pull me, i lose cause my volleys are 50/50 with it. Demo'd the Prestige Tour (prev auxetic). Wasnt painting lines quite as well (could be string tension since it was 5lbs less, and a demo string). However, i got tired way less quickly, could volley SIGNIFICANTLY better, and felt like fucking BUTTER for my servers (which has never happened). Overheads were good too, but idc bout those. What I'd like to know is: would it be worth it to buy the new version? Right now, the original Auxetic version is half the price. When the Extreme Auxetic came out, i liked it, hated the paint job, bought an old Extreme Nite Tour (Graphene 360+). Big mistake. Didn't feel as plush or controllable. Luckily, only spent $80 on it. I don't want to make the same mistake again. Great video, very insightful and helpful. New subscriber earned!

They make a Head Prestige Pro 2023 16x19 but it's sold exclusively through only a select few online shops in Europe. Damn... I would totally jump on that if it was available in North America.

what string tension do you use?

How does this compare to the percept line of raquets?

56 RA strung looks wery promising

What would be the pro of the y shaped throat?

I preferred the more techy view :)

Not sure if you are a stringer. But are these more difficult to string than average racquet because of grommets?

How does it feel compare to new gravity pro

Head should pay you high consultant fees for this kind of insightful presentation

Tour next please and than mp

I've been playing with the 2021 18*19 Prestige MP and it's absolutely the best racket I've used! The specs and balance should make it a nightmare to serve or swing this thing, but actually it clicked for my right away. I know that if I hit the ball early and clean the result will be the same every time. Nothing, unpredictable will happen. Yes, if hit late, the ball will not make it over the net. I think the 18*19 is the new 16*20 and on 100 sq inch, I don't think the levels of control can get any better than the 18*19 Prestige. Some power and some spin is there, but what I enjoy the most is the great stability it has and the fact that during the 2nd set of a match I'm actually less tired with the Prestige MP, because I can swing it more loosely and get great control, while with lighter rackets I have to keep trying harder every time to minimize the twisting motion of a slight misshit. 2-handed backhand and flat forehand feel great.

It would be interesting to compare it with Yonex Percept 97H

I dunno. I found that Pro Staffs have much better feel than the Prestige. I got a mushy feel off the stringbed when playing with the Prestige Mid and I couldn't tell when I was hitting it in the sweet spot. It was much better with my Pro Staff 85, 90 and even 97. I also found I could generate power easier with the smaller PS85.

56ra strung? Man...that must be smooth

The Prestige MP 99 inch2 (former Tour 360+ 2019) with 18 x 19 pattern and 22 mm beam all through, seems to be Heading (Punt) towards a more contemporate modern play take on a Prestige. To me swingweight is more important than the overall weight of the racket. you can have a 285 gram rackets with impossible manouvrebility because being so head heavy. I think the MP L will just move the balance towards the tip as all They do is remove some weight in the handle. Also the MP L has a different drilling and string pattern 16 x 19 in a 99 inch2.... that can be too open for a control racket. So the MP L is really not so much a Prestige racket.

The new Prestige Classic 2.0 may have the Prestige Pro beat in terms of feel. The caveat being dealing with 93 sq in. But a buttery 61RA and a slim 19.5mm beam.

Нету там никаких 56RA..от силы 60 получается..уже проверили тестовые обода.🤣🥎👍

You actually play best with prestige

I have no idea why people keep saying that head prestige pro is only made for good pro player. I am 3.0 player, I play better using my 80s head prestige pro mid than light flimsy modern racket. I serve way better, ground stroke better, everything better. I love old heavy prestige mid racket 😅

Dont string the Prestige Pro too tight with the polyester strings. The Pro will perform much better with a hybrid, with multi in cross and edged co-poly in the mains...., strung in the 48-52 lbs range.

Sometimes modern tech is modern marketing. The new prestige doesn't need excuses. It's a proven stick and nobody is getting paid to use it. It's a good racquet that appeals to an accomplished player.

No better racquet for aggressive dubs than a prestige.

I've demoed the 2021 Prestige Pro over the summer and I wasn't impressed. The sweetspot is as small as a pea and the racquet is extremely underpowered. A GPro in comparison feels like a powerhouse. U have to work twice as hard on every shot to create a powerful ball. If u play against strong opponents the racquet will make you suffer in any defense situation...

man its just graphite for the last 30 yrs, with slightly diff stiffness and/or balance. thats it man.

Djokovic racket is very similar to prestige 95 specs

Another tennis player admitting the GOAT feel of blade V5….. still using it as nothing comes close. Fortunately i have six of them.

do the tour do the tour do the tour do the tour do the tour

Its so dark, almost black

Manufacturers need to stop using matte paint. Make it all gloss/clearcoat as it's nicer to hold.

The modern game is dictated by corporations and tours for non athletic players and higher profit margins . The golden age of tennis was just that for reasons that are not existing today .

They gotta ditch Cilic as the pro that endorses this racquet, need a younger player that'll get more attraction to the lineup, because it definitely deserves more love than it gets