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Yonex Astrox 99 Pro (3rd gen)

2025 · From £223.99 at Badminton HQ RRP £280
Suits aSmash SpecialistA fast, trained swing that needs a stiff, head-heavy frame to turn speed into steep, accurate smashes.
Balance 305mm Head heavy
Flex Stiff 75 on our 0-100 scale
Weight 82g · 4U Before strings and grip
Best featureHeaviest smashesPlayer styleAttacking Model seriesYonex Astrox
HEAD HEAVY HEAD LIGHT FLEXIBLE STIFF

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305 mm
BalanceHead heavy
75%
FlexStiff
82 g
Weight4U 82 g

The top racket of the third-generation 99 family and the most head-heavy frame in Yonex's own line-up. It is built for players with a full, fast swing who want maximum steep smash power from the back of the court, and it asks for good technique in return.

  • Very heavy, steep smashes and punchy clears
  • Lightweight end cap and top-weighted frame push the balance well up the head
  • Japan-made build with high-end graphite and a stable face on contact
  • Tiring and slow to bring back for defence if your arm or timing is not strong
  • Top-end price
  • Little forgiveness on off-centre hits compared with the Tour/Game versions

Where to buy

Badminton HQ £223.99 £280 In stock
Yonex UK
Official shop, full price
£280.00 In stock

Price tracked daily since 23 Oct 2026.

Retailer prices checked 24 Oct 2026. RRP £280.

Weights4U 80-84g · 305mm
3U 85-89g
BalanceHead Heavy
ShaftStiff
Max tension28 lbs
GripsG4, G5, G6
Released2025
RRP£280

Balance estimated from the brand label; flex placed from the brand label. Brands rate stiffness differently, so treat flex as approximate.

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