Babolat Counter Viper 2024 is here! The new Counter Viper, like its predecessors, is focused on giving the patient player the control and precision needed to stand strong in defense and win the point when the opportunity arises.

In the 2024 edition, Babolat has built on the success of the previous seasons of the Counter Viper series. The weight balance is still head-heavy with the idea that it should be easier to create speed in the shot and counterattack the opponent. Babolat describes the main shape of the racket as "hybrid", which places it between a control and an all-round racket. As such, it is the most controlled racket in the Viper series, but compared to many other pure control rackets from other brands, you can expect more power with the Counter Viper.

To give you optimal contact with the ball, the surface is made of 3K carbon fiber and Babolat's 3D Spin technology. Another great feature of the racket is that as the wrist strap wears out, it can be replaced or removed as needed. In addition, the Vibrasorb system helps reduce vibrations in the racket so that your impact arm is put under as little strain as possible.

Compared to Babolat's Vertuo and Veron collections, the Viper rackets are the only ones with a pure carbon surface and 3 different layers of EVA foam in the core. This makes the Viper series the most powerful and precise in the range, but it also places higher demands on consistently hitting the ball well if you want to get the most out of it.

Weight: 365 grams

Technologies Applied in the Babolat Counter Viper 2024

Holes Pattern System

Optimized placement and size of the holesbased on the specific racket head shape to increase the power transmission and accuracy of the stroke.

XEVA

The core is designed as a sandwich construction of 3 different layers of EVA foam. The two outer layers are stiffer for extra power, while the inner layer is softer to provide moretolerance and comfort in those shots where you take the speed off the ball.

Woven Carbon

The surface is woven from carbon fibres to give you maximum power and precision.

3D Spin

The small textures in the surface combined with a rough finishprovide even better control andgrip of the ball.

Vibrasorb System

This technology covers a new elastomer material in graphite, which is integrated into the heart of the racket. The technology reduces the vibrations of the stroke and thus the risk of injury.

Smart Buttcap

New concept that allows you to adjust the size of the wrist strap or remove it completely.