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Head Prestige Tour 2023 Tennis Racquet

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The HEAD   Prestige Tour 2023 Tennis Racquet updates Auxetic technology to 2.0. It features the smallest head size in the HEAD racquet lineup. This model has a  22-millimeter beam, 95 square-inch head, and 16x19 string pattern . This version adds an Auxetic cage down at the end of the grip for a better connection to the ball. An Auxetic reaction adapts its internal structure to offer superb feedback and an impressive feel at impact. The new technology is designed to inspire confidence by giving active, real-time feedback during play. HEAD`s Graphene Inside tech places the material in key locations of the frame for greater energy transfer and stability. The Tour`s stability and precise flex should be a perfect fit for advanced players who crave control. The head light balance makes the nearly 12-ounce strung weight easier to swing when on the move. The Tour model offers a little bump in stability when compared to the slimmer Pro version. For those who prefer a classic 95 square-inch head, The Prestige Tour is difficult to beat.

String Recommendation: HEAD Hawk Touch 17  at 50 pounds

-Auxetic 2.0 introduces the Auxetic cage at the end of the grip.

-Elongated shaft design features a classic flex that has been a hit on tour since 1987.

-Though the 95 head is smaller, the open string pattern and 22-millimeter beam give the Tour an impressive combo of spin and stability.

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Head Prestige Tour 2023 Tennis Racquet

Elevate your game with the Prestige Tour, a modern take on a Head classic that incorporates the cutting-edge Auxetic 2.0 technology, delivering an unparalleled on-court feel. Auxetic 2.0 is an innovative engineering concept that provides a distinct experience compared to non-Auxetic structures. It exhibits unique properties, expanding under a pulling force and contracting when compressed, with the magnitude of the response increasing with the applied force. This technology is strategically integrated into both the racquet's carbon engineered yoke and the grip's end, enhancing the player's connection and contact feel with the ball during every swing. Auxetic 2.0 maximizes its impact right where and when it matters, creating an ultimate connection between the player and the racquet. This racquet is meticulously engineered for technical tournament players, offering the precision and control they crave to shape their game exactly as they wish. What sets the Prestige Tour apart is its unique identity, thanks to ever-changing see-through carbon elements at the throat and tip, making each racquet one-of-a-kind. The racquet's premium design, featuring a special red flip lacquer in the central color block, ensures you make a striking statement on the court.

Experience modern precision, sensational feel, and a distinctive design with the Prestige Tour, designed to forge the ultimate connection between player and racquet. Stand out and play with confidence, knowing you have the perfect tool to dominate the competition.

• Headsize: 95 sq. in.
• Length: 27 in.
• Weight (strung): 11.2 oz.
• Stiffness (Babolat RDC): 65
• Balance: 12.75 in. Head Light (6pts)
• Cross Section: 22/22/22mm
• Swingweight: 329 kg*sq. cm
• String Pattern: 16x19
• Grip: Hydrosorb Pro
• Stringing Tips: Two piece racquet. Main String Skips: Throat: 8 | Head: 8

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Sensational feel is supplied by the new Auxetic 2.0 technology in a modern update of a HEAD classic. The HEAD Prestige Tour 2023 is engineered for the technical tour player who wants a racquet that lets them play with precision. See-through carbon elements at the throat and tip are slightly different every time, giving your racquet its unique identity. The fresh, premium and distinctive design also includes a special red flip lacquer in the central color block.

• For technical tournament players
• Modern precision
• Optimized, sensational feel
• Ultimate connection between player and racquet
• New, distinctive design with see-through carbon elements
• Special red flip lacquer

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De Head Alpha Tour Graphene 360+  is een uitstekend padelracket voor volwassen spelers die op zoek zijn naar een combinatie van kracht en snelheid. Het racket heeft een druppelvormig blad, wat bijdraagt aan een hogere sweet spot en dus meer power bij het slaan van de bal. Daarnaast is het blad gemaakt van Power Foam, een materiaal dat bijdraagt aan de kracht van het racket en zorgt voor een zacht en comfortabel gevoel bij het slaan van de bal.

Het frame van de Head Alpha Tour Graphene 360+ is gemaakt van Graphene 360+ materiaal, wat zorgt voor extra stabiliteit en kracht in het racket. Het frame heeft een dikte van 38 mm, wat bijdraagt aan de stijfheid en kracht van het racket. Daarnaast heeft het racket een gewicht van 370 gram, wat zorgt voor extra power en snelheid bij het slaan van de bal.

Al met al is de Head Alpha Tour Graphene 360+ een uitstekende keuze voor de ervaren padel speler die op zoek is naar een racket met veel kracht en snelheid, maar toch een comfortabel gevoel en goede controle wil behouden.

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The best padel rackets 2023. Which is the best?

Discover our TOP 10 with the best padel rackets of 2023, a selection that includes the best brands of the moment, the ones preferred by you with all styles of play

Carlo Angulo Martini

We analyze every detail of the best padel rackets of this 2023 , a top ten of the best rackets with a wide variety of brands and we have chosen our favorites.

Here is our list of the best padel rackets of 2023 that you can find in all stores on the planet… always taking into account the level, style of play and of course, with the quality / price ratio.

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Analysis and Review of the best rackets of 2023

If you prefer, you can see our review of the best 2023 rackets on our YouTube Channel, where you can see the best images and details of all these top-level rackets.

Surely after watching the video you already know which is the best 2023 padel racket for you, and it is that any of these brands are a safe bet … Bullpadel, Nox, Head, Adidas, Dreampadel, Star Vie are synonymous with quality and of big brands.

Bullpadel Vertex 03 2023

OFFER: €349.95 RRP: €350.00

• Shape: Diamond
• Game: Power
• Weight: 360-375

New edition of the Vertex 03 2023 padel racket, the new padel racket by Juan Tello and Fede Chingotto ! It is a racket for advanced level players, with an aggressive game.

Its shape is diamond and the balance is high, so it provides power in the hit. The frame incorporates Air Channel technology, an open design in the heart area that makes it more manageable. It maintains a sandpaper-like roughness, it is the sandy finish on the surface of the racket that offers a better grip on the ball.

The structure incorporates nerve channels for greater rigidity and 12k xtend fibers in the planes, which gives it a drier touch. The core is made of multi eva rubber, rubber in different densities to have power without sacrificing ball output.

Babolat Air Viper 2023

OFFER: €319.95 RRP: €320.00

• Weight: 350-360

The Air Viper 23, a power racket , due to its approximate weight of 355 grams, offers great manageability. It incorporates 16k carbon fabric with a core in different densities, so its touch is intermediate with which we will enjoy a good balance between power and ball output.

This season it allows you to replace the safety cord thanks to the Babolat Smart Buttcap system integrated into the plug . In our opinion, where it behaves best is near the net, since it accelerates the ball easily, but it is a racket that also surprises with its control and manageability.

Adidas Metalbone Hard 3.2 2023

OFFER: €389.95 RRP: €400.00

Ale Galán’s new 2023 racket : the Adidas Metalbone Hard 3.2, an attack racket due to its diamond shape and high balance, perfect for those who play in the backhand position, near the net.

For its construction, aluminized carbon and quick-recovery eva rubber have been used, which gives it a hard touch. Something that is noticeable when the ball is out, since we will have to accompany the ball if we do not want it to stay in the net.

It includes Weight and Balance technology, 6 removable screws located in the bridge that allow us to play with the balance, with a variation of up to 12 grams.

Head Graphene 360+ Alpha Power LTD 2023

OFFER: €149.95 RRP: €250.00

• Shape: Teardrop
• Game: Polyvalent

The new edition of the Alpha Power 2023 , one of the best selling rackets and possibly the best racket of 2023 if you don’t want to spend a lot of money. It maintains the mold of the Alpha Pro, which makes it versatile and adapts quickly to any style of play.

Graphene 360+ technology has been used for its construction, which improves its resistance and solidity. It also incorporates a power foam rubber core, which provides very good sensations when hitting and excellent playability.

In short, it is a high performance racket at an unbeatable price that we recommend to medium or high level players , since it is very easy to play with it and it will help us take our best shots.

Nox AT10 Genius 18K 2023

OFFER: €324.95 RRP: €325.00

• Weight: 365-375

The new AT10 Arena 18k 2023 is very well balanced, due to its oversize format and focused balance, so its sweet spot is wide, maintaining very good punch thanks to the construction with 18k carbon fabric .

It is a fairly rigid and reactive racket but it also offers good ball output thanks to the classic HR3 rubber used in the core. It presents its characteristic rough finish with silica sand on the surface, a low-grammage finish that will help us give the ball more spin. You can also change and replace the safety cord thanks to the new design of the plug.

Head Speed Pro X 2023

OFFER: €341.91 RRP: €380.00

The Head Speed Pro X 2023, which replaces Sanyo’s old Alpha Pro, has been designed in a center-balanced teardrop format to achieve the perfect balance between power and control. It incorporates the Auxetic system that generates an unbeatable sensation when hitting as well as a Power Foam rubber core to achieve extra power.

The Speed Pro X has been made of 12K carbon , so its touch is harder, achieving greater power and control in hitting. Its weight is around 375 grams and it presents a new, softer cap design, which improves comfort when gripping it and also absorbs vibrations.

Dreampadel Match 2023

OFFER: €129.95 RRP: €180.00

• Weight: 355-365

The carbon padel racket at the best price on the market : the new Dreampadel Match , you will not find any carbon padel racket on the market for this price, since normally the price of a carbon padel racket starts at €180.

It is a very well balanced model, for high or medium level players who want to progress since it has been designed in an oversize format and medium balance, so you will have the power and control you need in each action.

It has sweet spot technology which widens its sweet spot, helping us to correct off-center balls so as not to miss a single hit,

Carbon has been used for the structure, with 1k fabric on the surface for greater resistance, at the same time it incorporates black eva 15 rubber, a soft rubber with which you will have unbeatable sensations when hitting as well as great ball output. The faces have also been given roughness, a sandpaper-like finish that is quite noticeable to the touch, achieving better effects.

Star Vie Metheora Dual 2023

OFFER: €339.95 RRP: €380.00

• Shape: Round

StarVie Metheora Dual 2023

The StarVie: the Metheora Dual, a true classic of the brand redesigned with a new Dual Density core in 2023, which provides rubber in different densities to give you the comfort, control and power you need. It maintains its characteristic round mold with balance close to the hand, being a manageable racket with a wide sweet spot that allows the ball to be placed with precision.

For the structure, carbon in 3k fabric has been used, which gives it greater resistance. It also has star-type roughness on the planes and a star balance heart design for better weight distribution.

Wilson Bela Pro V2 2023

OFFER: €337.46 RRP: €380.00

Fernando Belasteguín’s new padel racket : the new red Bela Pro V2. It has been designed in the shape of a diamond with a balance more towards the head to achieve greater power in the hit.

For its manufacture, 3k carbon fabric has been used combined with fast recovery eva rubber to achieve a harder touch , it also presents a rough surface in relief with a drawing that simulates the A of the player’s signature together with a new pattern of drilled with what improves the sensations of control.

Royal Padel RP M27 R-Ace 2023

OFFER: €314.95 RRP: €350.00

The Royal Padel racket: the M27 R-ACE designed for offensive players since it is characterized by its power. Its mold is diamond and it is accompanied by a high balance with which the sweet spot is smaller than in the classic M27, being located in the upper part to be able to get the ball x 3 effortlessly.

Its construction is 100% carbon, reinforcing the surface with 3K fabric together with an eva rubber core to achieve a hard touch and it has embossed roughness to enjoy unbeatable effects.

So far our top ten with the best padel rackets of 2023 , with models that adapt to each type of player and their level of play.

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Head Prestige Tour 2023 Tennis Racquet

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Sensational feel is supplied by the new Auxetic 2.0 technology in a modern update of a HEAD classic. The PRESTIGE TOUR is engineered for the technical tour player who is looking for a racquet that enables them to play precisely how they wish. See-through carbon elements at the throat and tip are slightly different every time, giving your racquet its own unique identity. The fresh, premium and distinctive design also includes a special red flip lacquer in the central color block. Specifications  

Head Size (sq in):  95

Length (in):  27.0

String Pattern:  16x19

Unstrung balance: 315 mm

Unstrung weight (ounces):  11.1

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Head Alpha Pro

Based on 5 Expert Reviews

• Large sweet spot
• Great control
• Comfortable
• Weight at the head can slow you down

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How Does the Head Alpha Pro perform?

Sanyo's Head Graphene 360 Alpha Pro is one of the most popular rackets due to its versatility, control, and beautiful design . It has a medium balance and helps players with precision shots. This racket suits a majority of intermediate players' games , unless they are looking for something lightweight or very powerful. It's generous sweet spot will help you with off-center shots.

Our test of the Head Alpha Pro

Expert reviews of the head alpha pro.

Need to have a intermediate advanced level to enjoy the racket properly, can be technical. For example, I found it difficult to maintain deep lobs.

Easy to manage and it absorbs vibrations very well

Great level of control and sensitivity

Very wide sweet spot

Best for players of intermediate-advanced level looking for a comfortable, maneuverable medium touch racket with medium balance and a large sweet spot

High ball output delivers strong volleys, but can result in shooting balls at the glass if you’re not careful. Bandejas went out like missiles.

It has a very nice balance, less in the head than previous version, which helps with maneuverability. I liked it a lot in the serves, you can feel the maneuverability, the racket doesn’t feel like it stays behind you

Very large sweet spot, wherever you hit the ball, the rackets responds well

With its high weight (373g with overgrip) and its 27cm balance, this is not a maneuverable racket. Medium hard touch. It doesn’t have a high ball output, you need to use proper form to pass the ball.

Power comes out really well for me. Head says that it has low power, but it doesn’t have low power for me.

In bandejas and viboras, you feel the weight, the pull back feels a bit slow, but then the ball goes where you want it to go.

Best for an advanced player with excellent technique, it’s definitely not super powerful. The shape makes it more aggressive and technical, I think it could have been nice as a round-shaped racket with a lower balance. As it is, it has an excellent feeling, but it’s not very easy to use.

It’s powerful, but not super.

It’s not the most maneuverable - it has a high balance, weighs around 375g.

It’s strong in its touch. It plays like a glove. I recommend it to players who don’t have a strong arm so they use their handling to control the point (like Sanyo).

A multipurpose racket intended for a large number of players, especially those who like the control game or are transition players.

Without proper technique can go to the glass if the bandejas or viboras are very heavy since the rubber core makes a small rebound effect on the ball.

At the bottom of the court, we notice how big the sweet spot of the shovel is, greatly facilitating off-center blows and serving, its incredible ball output.

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Head Alpha Touch 2023 Limited Edition Racket

Head Alpha Touch 2023 Limited Edition Racket is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.

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If for any reason you are not satisfied with your order, you have a period* of 30 calendar days , counting from the date of delivery of the order, to make an exchange or return. The product must be in perfect condition, in its original and completely new packaging (original factory product). We do not accept returns on products that have been used, unsealed/unlabeled and/or stamped.

*During the Christmas period we have an extended exchange period until January 15 for purchases from November 20.

The refund is made on the amount of the product, shipping costs are not refunded. Likewise, returns that involve the payment of customs fees, these will be borne entirely by the customer.

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HEAD GRAPHENE 360+ ALPHA TOUR

HEAD GRAPHENE 360+ ALPHA TOUR, PALA DE PÁDEL CON FORMA DE DIAMANTE.

Head Graphene 360+ Alpha Tour , pala de pádel con forma de diamante . Su cabeza es más grande y amplia. Tiene un balance alto para poder jugar con potencia. El punto dulce es más concreto para dar golpes más precisos. Una pala dirigida a jugadores con una técnica más de potencia. Podrás dar golpes más contundentes y con mayor velocidad.

Pala de pádel de potencia resolutiva y tacto agradable

Pala de pádel diseñada con tecnología Graphene 360+ que mejora las sensaciones durante el juego tras cada impacto. Una transferencia de energía optimizada. Se compone con fibras de grafeno en espiral que mejora la flexibilidad de la pala. Siente una mejor manejabilidad y potencia al Graphene 306+. También reduce la deformación del marco al tener una mejor transferencia de la energía.

En el interior de la pala se ha usado para el núcleo Power Foam . Esta goma permite una espectacular salida de la bola y absorción de los impactos. El punto dulce está optimizado para mejorar la precisión de los golpes gracias a la tecnología Optimized Sweet Spot . Se consigue con una distribución específica de los troqueles.

Diseñada con la tecnología Tailored Frame . Cada marco es un diseño exclusivo para cada pala. Se busca la máxima optimización de cada pala de pádel. En este caso el marco es rígido pero flexible para trabajar con potencia a la perfección.

Una pala de pádel de alto diseño y calidad

La pala se ha confeccionado con Smart Bridge . El puente se ha adaptado a las características y prestaciones de esta pala para poder sacar el mejor rendimiento de esta.

La pala tiene un diseño elegante e imponente. Es una pala completamente negra combinada con detalles en gris. Si quieres un juego lleno de potencia con una pala resolutiva de alta calidad compra ya esta pala. Pala Head de alta calidad al mejor precio online.

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5 takeaways from LSU's turn at SEC media days

L SU kicked off SEC Media Days on Monday in Dallas. [autotag]Brian Kelly[/autotag] did the usual head coaching tour while bringing [autotag]Garrett Nussmeier[/autotag], [autotag]Harold Perkins Jr.[/autotag] and [autotag]Mason Taylor[/autotag] to represent the players.

You can probably guess what the biggest topics were. Much of the conversation centered around Nussmeier taking over for Heisman Trophy winner [autotag]Jayden Daniels[/autotag] as well as the wholesale changes LSU made on the defensive side of the ball.

Media days represent the final stretch of the offseason. Once they arrive, talking season is in full swing as fall camp fast approaches. Before you know it, toe will be touching leather in Las Vegas as LSU begins the year against USC .

Until then, the preseason media swarm will have to hold us over. Here are five takeaways from LSU's session at SEC Media Days.

Brian Kelly not afraid to admit defensive failures in 2023

In his opening statement, Brian Kelly didn't hide from LSU's poor defensive performance in 2023.

"We had a record-setting offense last year, but we didn't play to the standard that we need to play at times defensively," Kelly said.

Since he arrived at LSU, Kelly has embraced the expectations that come with coaching in Baton Rouge. Kelly's openness about the defensive struggles continues the trend of facing the demands head-on.

Kelly didn't shy away from it when talking to the SEC Network Monday morning and when he was asked about the Ole Miss loss later, Kelly offered more thoughts.

"That game cost us a chance to be in the playoffs," Kelly said, "In many ways, it forced our hand to evaluate our defense and what we needed to do in the offseason."

"That game really became the mark for where we can't go again," Kelly said.

The change Kelly mentioned was the firing and replacing of the entire defensive staff. Kelly knows LSU can't afford to have another letdown like that on one side of the ball. This year, the aim is look like a much more complete team.

Tigers feel great about Nussmeier

Kelly was asked about Nussmeier and his response echoed what we've heard all offseason long.

"We feel really good about the transition to Garrett Nussmeier. He's been with us, he knows the offense, he knows the structure. He's been immersed in everything that we've done since we've got here," Kelly said.

Despite being a first-time starter, Nussmeier's name is being thrown around in the Heisman trophy mix and conversations about next year's NFL Draft.

Kelly said there's not a more comforting feeling as a head coach than handing the reins to a QB who he felt all along could lead LSU to a championship.

The expectations are high, but all the talk indicates Nussmeier is prepared to meet them.

Kelly offers more insight on PJ Woodland

PJ Woodland saw his profile rise immediately after arriving at LSU. He shot up the depth chart as an early enrollee, competing for a starting spot at cornerback. Woodland was highly recruited, but he wasn't a blue-chipper according to On3's Industry Rankings.

Kelly was asked about Woodland on Monday and offered his thoughts on the young corner.

"To play corner, in my opinion, you have to do three things. You gotta be able to play the ball down the field. There are many guys that can be in man coverage but the ball is in the air and they can't find it. The second thing is, you gotta be able to tackle, and he's a ferocious tackler. He loves to tackle the football," Kelly said.

Kelly said the third aspect is the ability to play man-to-man coverage, and Woodland can do that too.

However, Kelly said Woodland was 157-159 pounds when he arrived. It can be difficult to play at that weight week in and week out in the SEC.

"When he physically develops, he's going to be a really good football player," Kelly said.

It's hard to say if Kelly's comments provide a reason to pump the breaks on the Woodland hype. Kelly isn't shy about playing true freshman, but LSU will want to be sure he's physically ready. This could mean LSU rolls with its veterans early in the year with Woodland forcing his way into the lineup later in the year.

Still, it was another positive review for Woodland.

Kelly's program is fully in place

Another heavily discussed narrative on Monday was Brian Kelly's history of turning a corner in year three.

At Central Michigan, Kelly took CMU from six wins to nine in his third year. At Cincinnati, year three meant a BCS bowl appearance for the Bearcats. Notre Dame went all the way to the national title game in Kelly's third year.

Now in Year 3 at LSU, Kelly's program is in place.

"This is the most accountable team that I've had. This has got to be the best leadership that I've had here at LSU, and not because they're better kids, it's that they've just been at this process now for three years," Kelly said.

Kelly said this group shares some of the characteristics with his other year three teams. That stuff usually translates to winning games, but Kelly knows it needs to show up with a consistent performance on the field.

Depth at wide receiver is strong

Kelly was asked about LSU losing Malik Nabers and Brian Thomas Jr, especially about how LSU plans to replace its top two receivers from 2023.

"At the wide receiver position, there are probably 6-8 players that will get the opportunity to contribute and make an impact. I think that's what I like about our receiving core more than anything else, is the depth."

Kelly highlighted Kyren Lacy as a guy who will emerge and mentioned the speed Chris Hilton put on display in the bowl game.

Kelly likes the flexibility of this group and said LSU brought in the right mix of players to provide depth inside and out.

QB Garrett Nussmeier offered his appreciation for the pass-catching depth during his media session too.

This article originally appeared on LSU Wire: 5 takeaways from LSU's turn at SEC media days

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Chiefs Coach Andy Reid Jokes Travis Kelce Could Be Taylor Swift's 'Waterboy' at Eras Tour Shows

Reid said the attention surrounding Kelce and his relationship with Swift has been 'a great escape' for the Chiefs tight end

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• Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid spoke out about Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift's relationship on the Scoop City podcast
• "I think it's great for him. He can handle it," Reid said of the attention surrounding the Chiefs tight end
• The NFL coach also joked that Kelce could be Swift's "waterboy" at her Eras Tour shows

Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid is sharing his thoughts on Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce 's relationship.

While speaking on the debut episode of The Athletic 's Scoop City podcast released on Tuesday, July 16, Reid, 66, was asked about the amount of attention tight end Kelce, 34, has been receiving since he and Swift, also 34, went public with their relationship in October 2023.

"I think it's great for him. He can handle it. As a matter of fact, I think he probably loves it to a point. I think there's a great escape for him," Reid said of Kelce's fame while talking to hosts Dianna Russini and Chase Daniel.

"I said that about Taylor, too. I mean, she comes to the game, she can kind of escape having to be the show. When he goes to her concerts, she's the star," he went on.

The NFL coach joked that Swift could put Kelce to work when he goes to her Eras Tour shows, telling the podcast he could be her "waterboy."

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"He can be hanging out there and be the support or the waterboy, so he can do that," Reid said.

He continued of the huge amount of attention the power couple receive, "It depends on the people involved. She gets all that. He's kind of grown into it."

"That podcast of theirs is ridiculous, so he's gotten a lot of notoriety for that," Reid added, referencing Travis and his brother Jason Kelce 's New Heights with Jason and Travis Kelce podcast.

"He's an outgoing guy. I mean, he comes into a room, he's going to light the room up. Everybody's his best friend. Until you prove him wrong, everybody's a friend," Reid continued of Travis.

"He can handle it, it's not something that [he's] been given that he can't handle," he insisted.

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Kelce was selected by the Chiefs in the third round of the NFL draft in 2013, which is the same year Reid joined the team as head coach. Before that, he coached Jason's former team the Philadelphia Eagles from 1999 to 2012.

During his Scoop City appearance, Reid was also asked about the Chiefs being the most popular team in the NFL right now. As Russini mentioned the squad might be "going a little Hollywood" and "are a little different than they were 10 years ago," the coach responded, "I grew up in Hollywood, so I'm OK with it ... as long as they're ready to go."

"Training camp is kind of that proving ground. If you're not ready to go, it's going to be obvious quickly," he added.

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It seems like Swift has been welcomed into the Chiefs team with open arms since she first started making appearances at Travis' games in September 2023 .

She most recently spent time with quarterback Patrick Mahomes and his wife Brittany , with the couple attending the musician's Eras Tour concert in Amsterdam on July 6.

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The Mahomes' joined Travis in a private suite at the Johan Cruijff Arena, before Brittany later shared a photo of herself hugging Swift while out with their partners on a double date.

Swift also kissed Brittany on the head while posing with her arms around her for another cute shot.

“London & Amsterdam, a time was had🤍,” she captioned a carousel of photos shared on Instagram on Monday, July 15. 

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Hot Boys (Sort of) Reunite at 2024 Essence Festival

The long-rumored reunion of the iconic Cash Money group didn't live up to expectations, as only Lil Wayne, Juvenile, and B.G. showed up, with the former hopping onstage only after his former bandmates were finished.

The long-rumored Hot Boys reunion at the 2024 Essence Festival didn't go according to plan.

Lil Wayne , Juvenile , B.G. , and Turk were expected to reunite onstage at the New Orleans-based festival this weekend. Instead, as reported by Nola.com, only three members showed up.

Turk, who recently confirmed on social media that "business" issues might prevent him from participating, was nowhere to be found Friday at the Caesars Superdome. Meanwhile, Lil Wayne, who was present, Wayne did not interact onstage with his former labelmates, including his fellow Hot Boys.

"He even segregated himself backstage: he was nowhere to be found in the crowded, communal hospitality area occupied by the other Cash Money artists," Nola.com reported.

As a result, the only reunion last night involved Juvenile and B.G., who performed classic Cash Money hits like “I Need a Hot Girl” and “Bling Bling” alongside Birdman and Mannie Fresh.

This is as close as we got to a full Cash Money/Hot Boys reunion at Essence Fest. Mannie was on stage, but not in this shot Everyone thought Wayne was a no show, but he came & did a solo set after everyone left. He never appeared on stage w/ BG & Juvy. Turk wasn’t there at all😢 pic.twitter.com/ov4ZaN0jfH — Andrew Barber (@fakeshoredrive) July 6, 2024

Following those performances, Wayne hit the stage to deliver a 20-minute set in which he didn't fail to mention where his true allegiance lies: “My name is Tunechi,” he announced. “I’m here on behalf of Young Money fucking Records.”

The semi-reunion arrives days after Wayne addressed rumors of a Hot Boys comeback album during an appearance  on Cam Heyward’s  Not Just Football  podcast.

Wayne insisted he was not involved with the project and was never told it was in the works.

“Shit, you just told me!" he said, adding, "I ain’t been to the kitchen yet. I would not lie to you. I have not been in that kitchen yet. I have no problem with going to that kitchen… but I ain’t smell it, it ain’t come through the window yet. I ain’t smell the food…. They ain’t told me nothing yet.”

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Head Extreme Tour Racquet Review

Our TW playtesters raved about the first Head Extreme Tour, which gave this Extreme Tour 2022 update some big shoes to fill. Head's answer is to utilize Auxetic construction in the yoke of this racquet. According to Head, the Auxetic update optimizes the feel and response of the racquet according to how hard you are hitting the ball. Another goal with this update is an expanded sweetspot for a more consistent response on off-center hits. Spin grommets have been included in this generation to help generate more spin from greater string movement. The Extreme Tour 2022 stands out from other spin racquets by providing a plush 63 RA stiffness rating that offers players more comfort throughout long hitting sessions and matches. Aside from excellent spin, our team was pleasantly surprised by the amount of stability they found. For a 317 swingweight racquet, the Extreme Tour held its own against powerful hitters. Overall, Head improves on the Extreme Tour while maintaining the aspects that already made it shine. Our playtesters recommend this racquet for players who want controllable spin with maximum comfort and speed.

• Maneuverability
• Effortless depth
• Low stiffness for spin racquet
• Love it or hate it cosmetic

Intermediate to advanced players

Groundstrokes - Score: 81

As our team expected, the Head Extreme Tour 2022 offers a massive amount of spin to players. With the spin grommets and ultra-fast swingweight, this racquet let our playtesters easily ramp up speed when necessary. With her background on clay courts, Zsofi loved how much spin she could generate when hitting with the Extreme Tour. She said, "I really enjoyed the easy depth I was getting with the new Extreme Tour on the baseline! It was one of the first things that stood out for me when I picked up the racquet. I was able to easily open up the court with more aggressive angles and move my opponents around. I grew up playing on the red clay courts of Europe, so I especially appreciate a racquet that is able to give me that extra spin I am looking for, and the new Extreme Tour did just that. It's a super spin-friendly racquet, so if that is something that you are looking for, give this one a go!"

Michelle found it simple to shape the ball to keep her opponents deep in the court. She said, "The first thing I realized about this racquet was how fast it played. It was explosive, but still stable for its weight. I tested this Extreme Tour after playtesting some extended-length racquets that were on the beefier side and a bit hefty to swing, and this racquet was quite the opposite, so it was a nice change of pace! I did note at times that I was missing some mass in the racquet's head and could have used that extra weight to push through the ball. I like to lead with the tip of my racquet through the ball and felt like the tip was struggling to come through when I went for bigger shots. For me, this was an easy sign that this racquet would perform well with a tiny bit of customization. The sweetspot, however, did feel forgiving, and it was easy to get some arch on the ball. I enjoyed working on shots with more topspin, pushing my opponents back with the ball jumping up rather than penetrating through the court."

Among a long list of positives, the standout feature for Andrew was how comfortable the racquet felt. He explained, "The Head Extreme Tour meshed well with my play style from the baseline. I found it easy to maneuver for my topspin forehands and stable enough for my slice and flatter backhands. The lower RA was noticeable and made my hitting experience comfortable compared to other spin racquets, which is a huge advantage. The response was not lacking even though the racquet offered more flexibility. As it does with other racquets, Auxetic technology seemed to make the sweetspot large and consistent — a huge bonus since it is pretty easy for me to hit outside the sweetspot when ramping up on spin. Lastly, the lower swingweight made it simple to get the racquet moving when I was on the run or in defensive scenarios."

Mark took note of how well the Extreme Tour handled slice and topspin backhands. He said, "I spend most of my tennis time playing from the baseline, so I look for racquets that are heavy enough to be stable, yet light enough to maneuver during long matches and groundstroke exchanges. Overall, my groundstrokes were sound; however, the new Head Extreme Tour errs slightly on the side of maneuverability and not stability, so I was feeling the weight of the ball on my stringbed more. After the second hour of play, the issue was cured with an increase in swing speed to get the shot depth I need. Lastly, its 16x19 pattern looks and feels tighter than the Extreme MP's, yet it still allows for easy generation of topspin and complements my backhand slice better than expected."

Volleys - Score: 80

At net, our playtesters found the Head Extreme Tour 2022 to offer quick maneuverability and sufficient stability against heavy hitters. Michelle and Zsofi both play high-level doubles, and the Extreme Tour easily handled their quick exchanges. Michelle said, "At net, I found this racquet fairly easy to use. However, I did find it more effective to really punch volleys to make sure they had some snap behind them. It was super maneuverable, and I didn't have any issues with stability even against the big hitters — no wobbles luckily!"

Zsofi added, "I play a lot of doubles nowadays, and I really appreciated the extreme stability of this racquet at net. Even if I only had time for a quick reflex volley, I still felt stable during the shot and could trust the Extreme Tour to do its job."

Mark had to put in some extra effort to find success on volleys with this racquet. He said, "As I mentioned with regards to play from the baseline, could feel the weight of the ball on the stringbed of the Extreme Tour 2022 a little more than I do with racquets that feature a higher swingweight. So, where I would typically just make contact with the volleyed shot, I had to punch forward with the Extreme Tour to keep my volleys from being pounced on by my opponent."

While he generally prefers to stay on the baseline, Andrew was able to utilize a wide variety of shots at net with the Extreme Tour. He said, "Although I don't prefer the net in most cases, the Extreme Tour offered quick speed and easy playability in situations when I had to move up. My biggest concern when initially hitting the Extreme was the speed-to-stability ratio. With a sub-320 swingweight, the Extreme Tour held up surprisingly well when blocking back powerful shots. I never felt the racquet twisting, unless I really messed up and hit near the edge of the frame. Otherwise, I was able to volley with a good amount of variety, from drop touch shots to deep, penetrating volleys."

Serves - Score: 82

Out of all the parts of this playtest, our team thought the Head Extreme Tour 2022 performed best on serves. The swing speed made it easy to generate racquet head speed, and the spin grommets boosted kicks and slices. Andrew favored serving with the Extreme Tour over other spin racquets due to its low RA and the comfort he found from the Auxetic technology. He said, "I have had some shoulder and wrist issues in the past, but the quickness and power potential made the Extreme Tour super easy to serve with. I found my favorite serve to be my slice serve. The racquet was fast, yet controllable enough to keep the ball in play when pushing serves out wide. Of course, with the spin grommets, I could also get the ball to kick up on topspin serves, which gave me some serving versatility. The serve I really had to focus on was my flat serve. With the Extreme Tour's depth generation, I had to pay attention to my contact to keep the ball from landing out."

Zsofi felt very confident with this racquet in her hands and was able to go for riskier serves with more success than usual. She said, "The new Head Extreme Tour was awesome on my serves! My serve is not normally a shot I lean on as a strong weapon, but with the new Extreme Tour I felt brave enough to pick riskier targets, and I was able to generate easy power."

Michelle and Mark both found serves to be their favorite shot of the playtest. Mark described, "As with every other shot I hit with Head's new Extreme Tour, I found myself having to use more tip speed to get an effective level of pace and spin on my serves. Where I maybe struggled a bit more at net and from the baseline with this racquet, the fast-swinging nature of the Extreme Tour catered to good action and pace on the ball, making the serve my best shot of the playtest."

"This was one of the bright spots of the playtest for me because the lower swingweight reacted really well to every serve," Michelle added. "The targeting felt very dialed in as well. I could flatten out serves easily, but I also really enjoyed hitting second serves with this racquet. It wasn't demanding at all, and I could really get momentum going through the ball. I loved hitting big flat 'T' serves on both sides!"

Returns - Score: 76

With its high swing speed, the Head Extreme Tour 2022 had our playtesters questioning if the stability would provide enough confidence to return against big servers. By the time testing was through, they were happy to find that the Extreme Tour performed extraordinarily well for its sub-320 swingweight. The Extreme Tour made it simple to get in front of the ball, allowing the user to be more spin-aggressive than with racquets with higher swingweights. Andrew usually hits a counter-punch return, but he was able to return more serves with topspin and angles with the Extreme Tour 2022. He described, "The Extreme Tour was great on returns. Typically, I like to return with a chip or flat counterpunch, but the Extreme Tour gave me so much confidence to hit with spin that I was slicing or adding topspin to most of my returns. Flat returns were still there when I wanted them, but I really enjoyed being able to comfortably use spin to angle my returns off the center of the court. As with other shots, the Tour held up well against big serves for how fast it was. Overall, this is one of the better racquets I've hit this year for serve returns."

The Extreme Tour was able to give Michelle the classic 'one-two' winner combo. She said, "It was fun to swing big on returns with this Extreme Tour. I felt pretty good about hitting my targets and loved going for a big ball down the line, but I also liked hitting angles off the outer wings to move my opponent off the court and create an opening for a one-two combo. The racquet was fairly forgiving, and even if I didn't always find the sweetspot, I felt like I was OK."

With the Extreme Tour's power potential, Zsofi was able to hone her tactics to get the most out of her returns with this racquet. She said, "Because of the great stability of the Extreme Tour 2022 and the easy depth I was able to generate, my returns felt great and very stable. The launch angle was a bit higher than I am used to, so I had to keep it in mind and dial my returns back a bit sometimes, but once I got used to that, it really wasn't a problem."

Mark had mixed results when it came to return of serve. He wrapped up the playtest, saying, "Other than the volley, the return of serve was the shot where I could really feel the weight of the ball on the racquet, basically demanding that I ditch my chip return and swing through contact of the ball. As a result, my return of serve was a little erratic."

Overall - Score: 81

Mark - "The Extreme Tour 2022 is very fast, comfortable and easy to swing from anywhere on the court. It is surprisingly stable for a racquet with an inertia number lower than 320. Specifically, the new Extreme Tour forces me to play more assertively off the first ball, instead of always relying on long point strategies. I also like the more subtle used-tennis-ball tone of yellow for the 2022 cosmetic over the brighter new-ball yellow of the prior iteration."

Zsofi - "The racquet not only looks great but performs amazingly as well! I really need something stable that gives me that 'extra' I'm looking for, and this racquet does just that. Easy depth, crazy spin and outstanding stability on all shots."

Andrew - "It's super fast and still has plenty of stability for my game. Spin is easily accessible, and the racquet is even more comfortable with Auxetic tech and a lower RA."

Michelle - "Super speedy and stable for its weight. Easy access to spin. Fun to serve with and target different spots in the box. A good platform racquet for customization."

Mark - "Ironically, the benefits the Extreme Tour affords me are the same traits that challenge me. I have a harder time playing defensively due to the sub-320 swingweight and the degree of head-light balance. This encourages me to play more of a first-strike style of tennis, which does not come naturally to me. I am certain adding a smidge of weight to the hoop would cure that and allow me to more easily play my counterpunch style of tennis."

Zsofi - "The only somewhat negative note I can think of is that I sometimes struggle with bringing the racquet head around fast enough on my backhands. Basically, maneuverability wasn't always that easy for me, but once I spent more time with the racquet and got more dialed in, this wasn't really an issue."

Andrew - "Nothing really stands out as a dislike; it does everything I want it to do."

Michelle - "It's a bit light for my personal tastes, and I crave a bit more mass behind the head."

Comparing the racquet to others they've tried, our testers said:

Mark - "The Yonex EZONE 98 exhibits a set of specs that are pretty comparable with this Extreme Tour 2022 , as does the Dunlop CX 200 and the Volkl C10 EVO. Although the swingweight of the Prince ATS Textreme Tour 98 is just over 320, it is similar otherwise."

Zsofi - "The new Head Extreme Tour feels a bit plusher than previous versions. Otherwise, it feels a bit similar to the Yonex VCORE 98 or maybe even the Tecnifibre TFight 305 16x19."

Andrew - "In comparison to previous models, this Extreme Tour has just a bit more flex and comfort. If you are into spin-friendly racquets like the Babolat Pure Aero VS, Pure Aero standard and Yonex VCORE 98, but want more comfort, this is the racquet for you."

Michelle - "I initially wanted to compare this Extreme Tour 2022 to the Prince ATS Textreme Tour 98, but I find that racquet to offer a bit more plow through and this one to be much whippier. It would be comparable to the Yonex VCORE 98, but again, the Extreme Tour is a bit faster through the ball, so it is ideal for players who like a faster swinging racquet, or for players who like to build their own spec."

Playtester Profiles

Zsofi: Open level all court player with a semi-western forehand and a one-handed backhand. She currently plays with a Tecnifibre TF40 305 16x19.

Andrew: 4.0 level all court player with a semi-western grip on the forehand and hits a two-handed backhand. Currently playing with the Head Speed MP 2022.

Michelle: Open level baseline player with a semi-western forehand and a two handed backhand. She currently plays with the Wilson Pro Staff RF 97 Autograph.

Mark: 5.0 lefty all-court player with a one-handed backhand. He currently plays with the Head Boom Pro 2022.

Review date: October 2022. If you found this review interesting or have further questions or comments please contact us. All content copyright 2022 Tennis Warehouse.