The Blade 98 18x20 V10's beam height in the upper hoop was raised by 1mm to create a subtle taper that improves racket head stability and injects a dose of effortless power for extra aggression. We also updated the layup to deliver an industry-leading 3 degrees of torsional stability while maintaining Blade's signature feel. The closed string pattern further enhances control and responsiveness, and the Championship Green color is sure to pop on the court. With insights from nine generations of invention, we have improved the design for the contemporary gamer in the tenth edition of this legendary series. We increased the beam height in the upper hoop of the Blade 98 18x20 V10 by 1 mm to provide a modest taper that enhances racket head stability and adds a little effortless power for more aggression. Additionally, we modified the layup to preserve Blade's distinctive feel while providing an industry-leading 3 degrees of torsional stability. The Championship Green color will stand out on the court, and the closed string pattern improves control and responsiveness even more.