Player Profile
Current Equipment — 2025–26
This is close to the ATP tour average of approximately 24 kg (53 lbs).
Racquet Specs
| Frame | Yonex VCORE 98 |
| Head size | 98 sq. in. |
| Weight (unstrung) | 305 g |
| Weight (strung) | 330 g |
| Balance | Head Light |
| String pattern | 16 × 19 |
| Swingweight | 325 |
| Stiffness (RA) | 69 |
Playing Style & Technique
Brandon Nakashima plays a defensive baseline game, prioritising consistency and court position over aggression. They absorb pace, keep the ball deep, and wait for opponents to make errors rather than forcing winners.
Their groundstrokes are flat and precise — designed for placement rather than power. The serve is an important tool for setting up first-strike patterns and avoiding getting pushed around from the start.
How their equipment supports their style: The VCORE 98 provides the control that a precision-based baseline game requires. Natural gut + Babolat RPM Blast (cross) gives the feel needed to execute flat, well-placed groundstrokes consistently.
🤔 Should you copy Brandon Nakashima's setup?
Brandon Nakashima's setup suits players who prioritise control over power. The VCORE 98 is best for players who hit consistently and don't rely on heavy topspin. Try Natural gut + Babolat RPM Blast (cross) at 22–25 kg (48–55 lbs).