Yonex Percept 97D 320g Midnight Navy

*Launch date: August 22nd, 2025. Racquets will start shipping on that date.

Just in time for the North American hard-court season, Yonex unveils a bold new look for one of its most popular racquet lines. The Percept Midnight brings a refined purple and black colorway that stands out on court while preserving the performance and precision players already love. Released ahead of the US Open, this limited-edition design is already catching the eye of both top-ranked pros and tennis gear enthusiasts.

The Yonex Percept 97D is a tour-level racquet designed for advanced players who demand control, precision, and exceptional feel. With a compact 97 sq. in. head, 320 g (11.3 oz) unstrung weight, and 310 mm balance, it offers a solid yet maneuverable frame that rewards clean technique. The dense 18×20 string pattern enhances directional accuracy, making it ideal for players who like to dictate play with consistent ball placement. One of the standout features is the ISOMETRIC head shape, which enlarges the sweet spot by about 7%, allowing for greater forgiveness while maintaining the racquet’s control-oriented identity. The SERVO FILTER technology, a transparent elastic film inserted between graphite layers, filters out harsh vibrations for a more comfortable and connected feel on impact. This allows players to experience clean ball feedback without unwanted shock. For enhanced flex and touch, the FlexCon System utilizes an elongated box-frame shaft that improves ball pocketing and extends dwell time, giving players more control over placement and spin. The inclusion of 2G-NAMD FLEX FORCE graphite boosts elasticity, creating a quicker snapback that helps generate explosive spin and extra acceleration on attacking shots. Complementing this, the Stiff Racquet Face Design incorporates additional graphite layers to increase frame rigidity by 3%, ensuring more consistent trajectories and added stability against heavy incoming pace. All in all, this racquet is tailored to competitive players who want maximum precision, enhanced spin, and dependable stability in every shot. It rewards confident swings with unmatched consistency and feedback, making it an ideal choice for advanced competitors seeking the highest level of performance.