Head Tennis Racket Speed MP ULTRA 2026

The new SPEED MP UL 2026 — UL stands for ultra-light — is the lightest and most maneuverable racket in the SPEED series.
HEAD has listened to players’ requests, offering an ultra-light racket with a standard head size.
With a perfect balance of power and control and optimal feel, this model is ideal for both beginners and rising young talents who want to approach the world of HEAD Tour rackets.
The SPEED series, recommended by Jannik Sinner, is the heart of HEAD’s ‘Tennis Tour Racquet Compass.’ Thanks to the 16x19 string pattern, the SPEED MP UL 2026 allows fast play, combining power and precision.
The shaft incorporates the advanced Hy-Bor material, a high-tech blend used in the aerospace industry, which improves stability and feel on ball impact.
Among the innovations, Auxetic 2.0 technology ensures the best feel on ball contact.

Metallic colors and matte finish give a fresh and contemporary touch to the iconic black and white design of the SPEED series.

• New model designed for beginner players and rising young athletes seeking a very maneuverable racket with the perfect mix of power and control
• It is the lightest and most maneuverable racket in the SPEED series
• The SPEED series is at the center of HEAD’s ‘Tennis Tour Racquet Compass’
• Precise power thanks to the 16x19 string pattern
• Hy-Bor for improved stability and solidity on ball impact
• Auxetic 2.0 technology for immediate and extremely precise feedback
• Great feel
• Directional Drilling and Power Grommets to facilitate string movement and provide a high level of power and sensitivity
• Recommended by Jannik Sinner
• Modern design with metallic colors and matte finish, adding a fresh touch to the iconic black and white look of the SPEED series

• Specifications

  Weight

  Lightweight

  265 g / 9.3 oz

  Lightweight rackets are perfect for beginner and intermediate players. They offer easy handling, excellent maneuverability, and good power.

  Balance

  High balance

  330 mm / 0.5 in HL

  Rackets with more weight towards the head offer extra power and greater stability, especially suitable for baseline players who use powerful shots. However, this type of balance can reduce maneuverability, making net play more difficult.

  Head area

  Mid-Size

  645 cm² / 100 in²

  Mid-size racquets are ideal for intermediate and advanced players because they offer a perfect balance between control and power. The slightly larger sweet spot provides greater tolerance on off-center hits while maintaining high precision, making it perfect for those seeking versatility.

  String pattern

  Power & Spin

  16/19

  The open 16x19 string pattern, with 16 vertical and 19 horizontal strings, allows for more spin and power. The greater spacing between strings maximizes string deflection for increased spin. Ideal for aggressive baseline players seeking speed and spin.

  Profile

  Thin Profile

  23 mm

  Thin-profile frames offer greater control and precision, making them ideal for advanced players. They provide better ball feel while generating less power, requiring faster swing shots.