The court shimmered, the heat rising like the ghost of a missed overhead. My opponent, a rangy lefty named Marcus, had just unleashed a cross-court forehand that, frankly, should have been out. It wasn’t. It zipped, low and stinging, just inside the line. And I knew, deep down, the match – and perhaps my mood for the rest of the day – hung by a thread, precisely the thickness of the strings on my… well, on the old racquet. Time to try something new.

For years, I’ve stuck with the Head Speed Pro – a reliable workhorse, yes, but increasingly feeling… predictable. The Gravity Pro, with its distinctive teardrop head shape and the promise of a larger sweet spot, had been whispering in my ear for months. The online description, touting a strung mid-tension setup with Velocity 16 gauge, sounded like a decent starting point. The 4 1/4 grip? Perfect.

Right out of the box, the Gravity Pro feels… substantial. Not cumbersome, mind you, but with a definite presence. This racquet isn’t shy. The first thing I noticed on the court: the improved feel, specifically ball pocketing. The extended sweet spot does indeed deliver. Even off-center hits retain a surprising amount of power and control. It has a forgiving nature, I would say. Forget those unforgiving racquets of yesteryear. The swingweight is just right for a responsive feel at contact. And while the strung mid-tension setup is a decent starting point, the experienced player can dial it up or down to find the perfect string bed tension for a truly customized feel.

My forehand, notoriously inconsistent, suddenly felt… alive. That lefty’s wicked shots didn’t seem quite so untouchable. The ball seemed to hang just a touch longer on the strings. I was getting more angle, more depth, with less effort. (No, this isn’t some marketing spiel; it’s how it truly felt.) It’s a remarkable feature. Now, if I had a quibble, it’s the stock grip. A little slick, a little too… plastic-y. But a quick overgrip change (my personal go-to is Tourna Grip, always has been) solves that in a heartbeat. The cost of a few extra dollars to improve comfort makes this a no brainer.

The Gravity Pro doesn’t just play well; it looks good. The color scheme is sleek and modern. Contrasting it directly with the Speed Pro, you immediately notice the difference: the Gravity seems built for attacking play.

Who is this racquet for? It’s perfect for the advanced player seeking enhanced feel and forgiveness, or the intermediate player ready to take the next step. If you’re tired of the same old feel, if you want a racquet that rewards aggressive strokes and gives you a fighting chance against those lefty demons, then I say: give the Head Gravity Pro a swing. You won’t regret it.