The Babolat Nadal Junior 21″ Tennis Racket is a thoughtfully engineered introductory racket for young children aged approximately 4 to 6 years and heights between 110–125 cm, designed to introduce the joy of tennis with ease and confidence. Inspired by Rafael Nadal’s legendary Pure Aero style, this junior version combines playful aesthetics with child-friendly ergonomics to help young players develop proper technique from the very beginning of their tennis journey.
Constructed entirely from lightweight aluminum, this racket weighs around 180 g, making it exceptionally agile and easy to swing. Its 21-inch length supports comfortable play for small hands without overextension, while the head size of approximately 86 square inches (≈555 cm²) delivers a generous sweet spot to help reduce mis-hits and build confidence in early training.
The head-light balance point at around 255–275 mm enhances handling ease, allowing children to swing freely and control their strokes naturally. The string pattern of 14×15 adds to the responsive feel and allows for some power output even at this beginner stage, and the racket comes factory-strung, so it’s ready to use straight out of the box.
Visually striking in Rafa’s signature yellow, purple, and orange color palette, this junior model inspires aspiring players with a bold, authentic look. Included is a protective cover featuring Rafa’s famous “Vamos!” slogan, making it easy for young athletes to carry and store the racket safely.
Designed to withstand playful learning, the aluminum frame offers durability while keeping weight low. This ensures the racket is forgiving and stable for developing players. Its size and weight are ideal for mini-tennis, red ball courts, and early lessons—helping young athletes progress with confidence and comfort.
In summary, the Babolat Nadal Junior 21″ racket offers an outstanding mix of lightweight portability, forgiving performance, and inspiring design—making it the perfect starter racket for young kids taking their first steps on the tennis court.