Player Profile
Current Equipment — 2025–26
Svitolina's exact tension is not publicly confirmed. Her counter-punching style typically favours a mid-range tension around 22–24 kg (48–53 lbs) for control and feel during long rallies.
Racquet Specs
| Frame | Diadem Axis 98 |
| Head size | 98 sq. in. |
| Weight (unstrung) | 305 g |
| Balance | 315 mm / 5 pts HL |
| String pattern | 16 × 19 |
| Stiffness (RA) | 63 |
Playing Style & Technique
Svitolina is one of the finest counter-punchers and movers in the women's game. Her court coverage and consistency are her defining weapons — she retrieves relentlessly and forces opponents to hit extra balls.
She rarely beats herself, playing a high-margin game with excellent defense and a sharp tactical mind. Her career resurgence after returning from maternity leave underlined her competitive resilience.
How her equipment supports her style: The Diadem Axis 98 is a stable, control-oriented frame well suited to a counter-puncher who hits thousands of balls per match. Diadem Solstice Power provides the durability and control her grinding style demands.
🤔 Should you copy Elina Svitolina's setup?
Svitolina's setup suits players who rely on movement and consistency over raw power. The Diadem Axis 98 is a control frame for clean hitters. Solstice Power is a durable poly — try it at 22–24 kg (48–53 lbs) for comfort and control.