Babolat

Babolat – Over 150 Years of Tennis Innovation

Babolat was founded in Lyon, France in 1875 and is the oldest brand in the world dedicated to racquet sports. That same year, Pierre Babolat created the first natural gut strings for tennis racquets. Since then, the company has become a global reference point in the sport, known for its commitment to performance, innovation, and quality.

From Strings to Complete Tennis Equipment

In 1925, Albert Babolat introduced the iconic Babolat VS natural gut string, used by tennis legends like René Lacoste and Björn Borg. In 1955, the company launched its first synthetic string, Elascord. During the 1960s, Babolat expanded into accessories such as grips and string protectors.

A major milestone came in 1994, when Babolat introduced its first tennis racquet: the Pure Drive. Designed for the modern, powerful playing style, it quickly gained popularity in Europe, the United States, and Japan. In 1998, Carlos Moyà won the French Open with a Babolat racquet, marking the brand’s breakthrough on the professional circuit.

Trusted by the World’s Best Players

Rafael Nadal has been using Babolat racquets and strings since the age of nine. At just 19, he won his first Grand Slam title at Roland Garros with a custom-designed Aeropro Drive that amplified his extreme spin. Over the course of his career, Nadal has won 22 Grand Slam titles and more than 30 Masters 1000 tournaments using Babolat equipment.

Other top players who choose Babolat include Carlos Alcaraz, Félix Auger-Aliassime, Cameron Norrie, Garbiñe Muguruza, Anett Kontaveit and Leylah Fernandez. Their continued success confirms the brand’s place at the highest level of the sport.

Equipment for Every Level of Player

Babolat offers a complete range of products tailored to the needs of beginners, intermediate players and professionals

• Tennis racquets: models like Pure Drive, Pure Aero and Pure Strike suit different playing styles, whether you focus on power, spin or control

• Strings: natural gut strings like Babolat VS provide precision and touch, while synthetic options like RPM Blast offer durability and enhanced spin potential

• Tennis shoes: developed in partnership with Michelin, these shoes ensure grip, stability and comfort on any surface

• Apparel: performance-oriented clothing for men and women, made from breathable and functional materials for training and match play

• Accessories: racquet bags, grips, dampeners and more to complete your gear

Why Choose Babolat

• More than 150 years of expertise in racquet sports

• Innovative technologies developed and tested by professionals

• Trusted by some of the best players in the world

• A full product line that covers every aspect of the game