🎾 This racket is insane 🤯 Yonex VCore 8.0 | The Fifth Set | Ep 18

Hi everyone,

Welcome to another episode of the Fifth Set. Today I had the chance to test out the new Yonex VCore series 8 and I have to say, I was super impressed with this new racket. The VCore is the spin oriented racket in the Yonex lineup, and there are a number of changes between the new series 8. and the prior series 7.

I was immediately surprised by how easy it was to swing the racket on the groundstrokes from the baseline. I usually play with a EZone but I didn't really feel like I lost any power with the VCore, but I got a fair bit more spin and therefore had better shape on my shot. Volleys felt incredible with the VCore which is not something I expected tbh! And serving was also comfortable but I would probably say on the serve I still prefer my EZone.

I am very tempted to change my setup and play with the VCore full time! In the video, I was testing out the VCore 98 305g and VCore 98 Tour 315g. Would love to also test out the VCore 100 variations before deciding for sure.

I hope you enjoy this video :)

P.S. Here are some official comms from Yonex:

Spin for Everyone: 4 Features of the New VCORE – “SPIN ACCESS GRANTED”

1. SWEET SPOT
The new upper-frame design maximizes the sweet spot for more consistent spin and fewer mis-hits, delivering unprecedented spin performance.

2. SNAPBACK
The new Yonex grommet structure expands string movement, generating greater snapback for higher ball rotation and enhanced spin performance.

3. SPEED
The redesigned frame reduces air resistance for smoother swings, producing sharper spin on every shot, regardless of swing style or power.

4. STABILITY
By combining Yonex’s unique graphite technologies, including Servo Filter, 2G-Namd™ Flex Force, and VDM, power, stability, and ball hold are optimized. The new VCORE grips the ball with high hold performance, enabling more powerful and stable high-spin shots.

Fans of tour-level players will see Tommy Paul, Joao Fonseca, Elena Rybakina and Emma Navarro all making the switch to promoting the new frame.

Timecodes:

0:00 - Intro
0:36 - Initial thoughts and groundstrokes
2:19 - Volleys
3:32 - The 4S advantages
6:26 - Matchplay and closing thoughts