Persson World Champion 89

Persson World Champion '89 is regarded as an exceptionally fast blade, engineered for maximum speed with its OFF+ classification and Carbon Fleece Zylon layers. It delivers explosive acceleration, making it ideal for players who rely on high-velocity topspins and smashes to dominate from both close and mid-distances. Our testing shows this speed allows for quick, powerful attacks that can overwhelm opponents.

Despite its offensive focus, Persson World Champion '89 offers a respectable level of control for its speed category. Players report good control in blocking and ball placement, with standout performance in defensive transitions. With proper technique, it provides sufficient control for spin-oriented shots and tactical play, though some find it challenging to master initially.

Persson World Champion '89 delivers a hard, stiff feel with clear feedback. Players note a woody sensation during softer touches that transitions to powerful feedback when accelerating the ball. Despite the hardness, it maintains a nice touch for ball placement, offering direct connection to your shots.

Due to its stiff nature and focus on speed, the blade tends to produce a flatter, lower trajectory for powerful shots. However, it can exhibit a versatile throw angle depending on stroke and rubber combination, with some players noting a higher throw for spin shots compared to similar blades.

This blade offers medium dwell time, balancing its stiffness with enough contact for spin generation. While hard shots may have shorter dwell, players report excellent dwell time in the short game and when paired with medium-soft rubbers, allowing for good ball manipulation.

Persson World Champion '89 is consistently described as stiff and rigid, crucial for its high-speed offensive capabilities. This minimal flex enables powerful shots with direct energy transfer to the ball, supporting aggressive attacking play.

Vibration is low, providing clear feedback without excessive harshness. The advanced construction dampens unwanted vibrations, giving a direct ball feeling that helps with shot precision and control during fast exchanges.

Persson World Champion '89 is praised for exceptional build quality, featuring high-grade materials like aged Italian spruce and precision-engineered carbon fleece. Meticulous German craftsmanship, advanced drying, and cold-pressing techniques ensure stability and durability. This results in a blade with consistent performance and top workmanship that stands up to rigorous play.