Oxdog Ultimate Pro 2023

Introduction

The Oxdog Ultimate Pro 2023 is a high-power diamond racket for advanced players who want to finish points aggressively.

Shape & Balance

The diamond shape puts weight toward the head for a top-heavy balance. You feel the weight when you swing, which helps generate massive smash power.

This balance means you need to start your swing early. It's not a racket for quick wrist flick, but for full, aggressive swings.

Grip

The grip is standard Oxdog, comfortable and with a good tacky feel. It sits well in the hand, but the head-heavy balance puts extra strain on your wrist and forearm over a long match.

You'll notice fatigue in the arm if you play three sets. A good overgrip can help with sweat, but it won't fix the weight.

Power & Control

The power score of 9.4 is the real deal. Smashes and flat shots come off the face with serious speed, and you can end points with a single hit.

Control at 8.9 is high, but only if you're in position. You get good direction on prepared shots, but late shots lose accuracy because the racket is demanding.

Comfort & Speed

Comfort is medium-hard—the EVA Medium+ core absorbs some vibration, but it's not plush. It's about what you expect from a performance racket.

Speed is okay (7.7/10) but not quick. The weight and balance slow down reaction volleys, so this is not for fast exchanges at the net.

Materials & Durability

The frame is carbon fiber, which is solid and should hold up to hard impacts. The faces are HES Carbon, a rigid material that adds stiffness and increases power.

The EVA Medium+ core provides a middle-ground feel, neither too soft nor too hard. It should last well if you don't hit the frame too often, but the high weight can stress the joints over time.

Analysis

The Oxdog Ultimate Pro 2023 plays as a pure attacker. Its diamond shape and heavy weight give you exceptional power (9.4/10), but you must be well-timed and technically sound to use it effectively.

Control is surprisingly high (8.9/10) for such a powerful racket, so you can place shots when you're set up. But the sweet spot (8.6/10) is on the smaller side and unforgiving on off-center hits.

The rebound (7.9/10) feels solid, not bouncy, which helps keep the ball low. However, maneuverability (7.7/10) is average at best—it's a heavy racket that needs a strong arm.

Beginners or players with slower swings will struggle. This racket punishes laziness in footwork and preparation.

If you're an intermediate or advanced player who already hits hard and wants more, this is worth a look. But if you prefer defense or quick exchanges, look elsewhere.