Player Profile
Current Equipment — 2025–26
Sabalenka's exact tension is not always publicly confirmed, but her Alu Power setup is typically strung in the low-to-mid 20s kg range — enough control to harness her power without deadening the response.
Racquet Specs
| Frame | Wilson Blade 98 |
| Head size | 98 sq. in. |
| Weight (unstrung) | 305 g |
| Balance | 320 mm / 4 pts HL |
| String pattern | 18 × 20 |
| Stiffness (RA) | 62 |
Playing Style & Technique
Sabalenka is the most powerful ball-striker in the women's game. Her flat, explosive groundstrokes are hit with enormous pace from both wings, and her serve is among the biggest on the WTA tour.
She plays a high-risk, high-reward style — taking the ball early and going for winners rather than rallying. When her timing is on, few players can live with the pace; her game is built on first-strike aggression.
How her equipment supports her style: The Wilson Blade 98 is a control-oriented frame that helps keep her enormous power in the court. A full Luxilon Alu Power setup gives the control and durability needed for her flat, heavy hitting.
🤔 Should you copy Aryna Sabalenka's setup?
Sabalenka's setup suits strong, aggressive players who hit flat and generate their own pace. The Blade 98 is a popular, accessible control frame. Luxilon Alu Power is a stiff, control-oriented poly — best for players with fast swing speeds. Try it at 22–24 kg (48–53 lbs).