On the smashes, I struggled a bit.

If I had to choose what i like most about this racket, it would be the control - It has notably good control. It's best shot are controlled viboras and bandejas. It feels stiff despite not being stiff.

Reassuring sweet spot - larger than the Vertex 03's.

It's a bit heavy. Despite the balance at 25cm, it feels a bit cumbersome.

Good power, a big jump up from my previous racket, the AT10 12K

Volleys and bandejas go deep easily, but you need to use the proper technique or the ball with shoot into the wall.

Low balance

This isn't the racket for smashers. If you have a good smash, this racket won't hurt you, but it's not going to fix your smash - it's not so hard and the balance isn't so high. The flat smash isn't so great with it.

Roughness - rougher than 2023 version. When blocking hard balls, the ball seems to stick in the racket face slightly longer than with the Vertex 03.

More maneuverable than the Vertex 03. Same Hesacore as last year, I prefer to play without it, it's easy to remove. They've reinforced the top of the frame, which changes the balance slightly.

At the net, I feel a good "pop" on the ball, especially when I put some slice on the ball. Fast racket head speed.