racket grip

Where hand goes

The racket grip is the handle of a racket, or the material wrapped around it for better hold and moisture absorption: I need to replace my racket grip.

It also refers to the manner of holding a racket—continental, eastern, western—each affecting stroke mechanics: She switched to a western grip for more topspin.

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squash · sweat · sweaty palms · rubber · cushion · palm · fingers · wrap · traction · leather · tacky · replacement · pressure · forehand · two-handed backhand · backhand · serve · drop shot

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racket component

racket gripstrings

Thin flexible lines

sweet spot · frame · throat · bumper guard · grommet

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racket, grip, rackets, racketed, grips, gripped, gripping, gripper, grippers

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