Evolution of Tennis and the Racquet
Embark on a journey through the thousand-year history of tennis. In seven chapters, we delve into the evolution of the sport and its essential tools, focusing on key developments that have shaped the game. Each chapter offers insightful narratives that highlight the development of the player’s equipment.
Chapter I
From Hand to Racquet
1000 AD - 1500
Explore the early evolution of the tennis ball, beginning around 1000 AD, and the introduction of the racquet at the end of the Middle Ages. This chapter also covers the transition to white balls and the eventual adoption of the common yellow ball we know today.
Chapter IV
From Wood to Composite
1930 - 1982
Discover the iconic laminated wooden frames used by legends like Rod Laver, Chris Evert-Lloyd, and Bjorn Borg. This chapter focuses on the peak of the wooden racquet era before the introduction of composite materials.
Release Date
12 May 2026
Chapter V
The Revolution -
Injection Molding 1982
Learn about the shift in racquet production when Dunlop introduced injection moulding in 1982. The Max 200G, one of the first racquets made with this process, gained fame through the successes of Steffi Graf and John McEnroe.
Release Date
16 Sep 2026
Chapter VI
Iconic Inventions of the
20s century
Chapter VI covers the key innovations of the 20th century that transformed constructions, from oversized frames to unique string patterns. These inventions pushed the boundaries of the sport and reshaped how the game was played.
Release Date
2 Nov 2026
Chapter VII
Gear from the Greats
1982 - Today
Take a closer look at the tools used by tennis legends such as Roger Federer, Andre Agassi, and Steffi Graf. This chapter explores how the tool has evolved to meet the demands of the sport’s greatest players.
Release Date
3 Apr 2027
