Tennis Racquet Grip Sizes: How to Find the PERFECT Fit

When buying a new tennis racquet, one of the decisions you’ll have to make after you’ve settled on a specific model is which grip size is best for you.

Although finding the right grip size ultimately boils down to personal preference, there are a few quick and easy methods you can use as a jumping-off point, which I cover in this video.

In-depth guide on tennis racquet grip sizes:

Finding the right size racquet for kids:

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Video Recap & Timestamps

0:16 - Why Grip Size is Important
0:56 - Measurement & Sizes
1:23 - Grip Size Chart
1:28 - Finding Your Grip Size
1:34 - Method #1
2:06 - Method #2
2:41 - Changing Grip Sizes
3:07 - Grip Sizes for Kids
3:25 - Kids Racquet Size Chart
3:39 - Wrapping Up

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[RobManser]

I’ve seen two palm lines used in the hand measuring test. Half of the websites and videos I E seen quote what you say, the first palm line, and the other half use the second. Which is it? It makes a big difference (~1cm).

[fredrickclay]

This is the best explanations for tennis grips and sizes...👏 Other people are just talking nonsense...thanx

[cloaca]

According to standard measurements, I should use a 3 size grip. However, you are fully right, as comfort is personal. I find myself filly comfortable using a 4 size. Good video!

[alvaromartinez]

you solved my problem in the first minute by pointing out that the rackets usually have the size of the handle printed. I´ve been using mine for many years but forgot about the size lol

[taruntius]

Some people suggest that while holding the racket, the thumb should be out of the way while others suggest that the thumb should be across, as if you were shaking hands with the racket. Your thumb seems to be out of the way.

For me, moving my thumb is the difference between index finger not fitting vs it being snug, and just fitting.

Thanks!

[melihbostan]

Thank you for the information. It was really helpful.

[thomasmoore]

Very well done. Thoughtful and articulate.

[frostythebeerman]

This is a really good video. ⚠No more searching required. You hit on an important point - adding an overgrip ( grip tape ) and the info you provided is really great. Thank you !

[randomnik]

Where can I get these transparent strings?

[dayostical]

Thanks for the advice, I've been looking for a video with a clear explanation. My only issue is my racket initially kept slipping so I measured my hand size and it's 4 and a half. I added extra overgrip to my racket (Originally 4 3/8 but currently at 4 5/8). However, it still keeps slipping in my hand, and I don't sweat much. Could it be that I need to add/remove the grip or is it just the way I hold the racket?

[ropro]

I've been playing tennis for decades---not well, mind you 😆--and never knew about the crease-to-ring-finger measurement trick. It works! Great video! 👏

[tennisparisbrothers]

01:24 never noticed that very useful thank you !!!

[p]

Hey Jon, hope u can help me out once again. i cant find how to read the grip size on a wilson raquet. a friend of mine has a wilson pro staff 97ls and was told it is grip size 2 but wilson isnt displaying it on the handle in the form of 4 1/8 etc like others do. theres just a number and in this case "1". Some other mates said "wilsons 1 probably translates into 4 1/4" but i ask myself how they will display L1 or L0 with this pattern. Could they be wrong or means "1" really grip size 2?

[kierrenere]

I have a grip 2 but ideally need a 4 how can I go from 2 to 4 without affecting the racket ?

[SnPeRZzBLOOD]

121mm here, but can’t find any of those sizes in stores. :(

[pm]

Nice video but I just measured my hand from the tip of my ring finger to the first crease and that would give me size 0! I currently play with a size 3 so doesn’t that mean I’m playing with a racquet 3 sizes too big?! However, When I hold my racquet my index finger seems to fit it snugly so I’m pretty confused 😕

[Chris-iwup]

tell me something. I am 40 years old, and I have long arms I am toll . Should I really take a 27 inch racket? It is the arm is a lever or not, 26 inches would be better ?

[modernwarfare]

I have 123mm gripsize. And grip 6 and 5 doesnt exist. So wich size do i need?

[garilique]

Great explanation, thanks for rhat👍🏻👍🏻

[tahmidtajwar]

My hand size is 4.7" which size should i go for?