Racket
grip or tennis grip is a cover used to pull on racket handle where we
hold the racquet. Grips provides a better hold on the racket which
increase the efficiency. Generally during play, a lot of sweat comes
from your palm and your grip on the racket loosens. It creates problems
during play. So, racket grips are needed for better hold on racquet. Materials Used
Commonly used materials in manufacturing the racket grip :
- Leather
- Polyurethane
- Rubber
- Towel cloth
The selection criterion for choosing a good racket must include the perfect grip too. It is essential for your game as well as health.
- A small grip would require to hold the racket more tightly. It
may cause accelerated fatigue in your arm and shoulder. Further it
may lead to tennis elbow.
- If the grip is larger, you will constantly try to wrap your hand across the grip which will create pain in the biceps and forearm. It can interrupt your game.
