Yonex Percept 97D Midnight Navy Racket
Series: Percept
$305.00
Yonex updates the Percept 97D with a new look
Frame specs
| Head Size | 97in² |
| String Pattern | 18x20 |
| Length | Standard |
| Strung Weight | 11.9oz / 337g |
| Balance | 12.59in / 31.98cm / 7 pts HL |
| Swingweight | 329 |
| Stiffness | 62 |
| Beam Width | 21mm / 21mm / 21mm |
| Composition | NAMD-2G/H.M.Graphite |
| Power Level | Low |
| Stroke Style | Full |
| Swing Speed | Fast |
| Racket Colors | Midnight Navy |
| Grip Type | Yonex Synthetic |
| String Pattern Detail | 18 Mains / 20 Crosses |
| String Tension | 45-60 pounds |
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What players say
This is a colorway release of the standard Yonex Percept 97D, and reviews of that frame apply directly. Reviewers agree it is a heavy, control-first 18x20 player's frame with excellent stability and touch, but it demands strong technique, offers little free power, and limits spin compared to more open patterns.
Best for
- Advanced ball strikers who generate their own pace
- Players who value depth and placement over spin
- All-courters and doubles players who volley a lot
- 18x20 players moving from older Yonex or Prestige-style frames
Pros
- Excellent, predictable control for driving the ball deep and painting lines
- Stable and plush at contact, holds up well against pace
- Strong touch and feel at net, praised for volleys and drop shots
- Comfortable despite the dense string pattern and added mass
Cons
- Heavy (around 320g unstrung) and demanding to swing for long matches
- Little free power; players must generate their own pace
- Spin generation is on the low side even for an 18x20 frame
- Less forgiving off-center or when rushed on returns
Voices
— Jonas Eriksson, Web
The racquet is comfortable to use, but a little dampened/muted in feel.
— Jon Crim, Web
Control is where the Percept 97D most clearly separates itself, delivering a highly predictable response.
— Mark, Tennis Warehouse playtester (5.0 counterpuncher), Web
The Percept 97D checks most every box in terms of comfort, quality and predictable performance from a more traditional frame type.
— Troy, Tennis Warehouse playtester (4.5 lefty), Web
Kind of like an extension of my arm, with plenty of touch and feel.
— Chris, Tennis Warehouse playtester (4.5 all-court), Web
Solid, stable and comfortable, with excellent control on touch shots and plenty of plow-through power.