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YONEX VCORE BEIGE

VCORE ‘Sand Beige’: Put Your Spin On It

TOKYO, Japan  Yonex is excited to announce the addition of a new design for the 7th generation of its VCORE tennis racquet series. This ‘Sand Beige’ design will help players of all skill levels take control of their game and give them a competitive edge when it launches on August 23, 2024.

 

Since launching the original ‘Scarlet’ racquet design, Yonex has supported athletes to improve their game, with superior spin and power. Now athletes can choose the aesthetic that best suits their preferences too. Where Scarlet’s colors represent outward energy, the all-new Sand Beige racquet is based on the idea of the quiet energy hidden within. Comprised of light but deep colors, this design aims to subtly help the player focus and concentrate, eliminate distractions, and tackle high-pressure situations in a game with confidence.

 

“It’s something different and I like it. It will be interesting to swing to see how it is going to feel with the new color,” Elena Rybakina (KAZ) comments on the new VCORE ‘Sand Beige’ racquet.

    

As established by the release of Scarlet, the 7th-generation VCORE is Yonex’s No.1 spin racquet series that supports high trajectory spin ball that drops and bounces at greater angles. This allows players a wider range of strategic and aggressive game play.

 

Featuring Yonex’s unique “ISOMETRIC” technology, the frame consists of a 7%** enlarged sweet spot compared to a conventional round frame. The wide frame top increases ball contact area and enables strings to optimally flex and form a large launch angle, as well as achieve high trajectory in ball flight. The Silicone Oil Infused Grommets with high lubrication helps strengthen the string flex, allowing rapid snapbacks and dynamic spin.      

 

Players using the VCORE racquet series have won many titles, including the Grand Slams. At the most recent Wimbledon Championships 2024, three of the top four women’s singles players used the series.

 

The VCORE 95, 98, 98L, 100, 100L, GAME, and FEEL will be available in the new color. The VCORE will still be offered in the existing ’Scarlet’, giving players the choice of designs. Diede de Groot (NED), as well as Elena Rybakina, Tommy Paul (USA) and Donna Vekic (CRO), are among the Team Yonex athletes who will use the distinct new design of the VCORE series.

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Competition T&C’s

Competition T&C's

Yonex South Africa Competition Terms and Conditions

Eligibility:
This competition is open to legal residents of South Africa who are 18 years or older at the time of entry. Employees of Yonex South Africa, their immediate family members, and any associated agencies or partners are not eligible to enter.

How to Enter:
To enter, spend R1000 or more on any Yonex products from participating retailers between 1 September and 30 November 2024.
Each R1000 spent qualifies as one entry. For example, a purchase of R2000 will grant two entries. 

Entrants must complete the online entry form and upload a valid proof of purchase from a participating retailer to be eligible. Entrants must retain their original proof of purchase. Winners will be asked to present their original proof of purchase to validate their entry.

Prizes:
First Prize: The winner will choose one of the following autographed items:
Yonex Eclipsion 5 Shoes signed by Hubert Hurkacz
Yonex Premium Shirt signed by Casper Ruud
Yonex VCore 07 95 Racquet signed by Denis Shapovalov
Second Prize: The winner will choose between the two remaining prizes after the first prize has been selected.
Third Prize: The remaining prize will be awarded to the third-place winner.

Prize Delivery:
Yonex South Africa will arrange for the delivery of prizes within South Africa at no additional cost to the winners.
Prizes will be delivered within 30 days of the winner announcement.

General Conditions:
Prizes are not transferable, exchangeable, or redeemable for cash or any other items.
The decision of the judges is final, and no further correspondence will be entertained.
Yonex South Africa reserves the right to amend, suspend, or terminate the competition at any time without prior notice due to unforeseen circumstances.

Competition Period:
The competition begins on 1 September 2024 and ends at 11:59 PM on 30 November 2024.
Entries received outside of this period will not be considered.

Use of Personal Information:
By entering the competition, participants consent to Yonex South Africa collecting, storing, and using their personal information for the purpose of administering the competition and related activities.
Yonex South Africa may use the winners’ names and images for promotional purposes without additional compensation.

Limitation of Liability:
Yonex South Africa will not be liable for any direct, indirect, or consequential damages or losses arising from participation in the competition or the acceptance or use of any prize.
Entrants participate in this competition at their own risk.

Acceptance of Terms and Conditions:
By entering this competition, all participants are deemed to have accepted and agreed to be bound by these terms and conditions.

Governing Law:
This competition and these terms and conditions are governed by the laws of South Africa.

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YONEX VCORE PRO TECHNOLOGY

YONEX FEATURED TECHNOLOGY

VCORE PRO - Flex with Control

The VCore Pro is a premium tennis racket offered by Yonex, tailored for skilled players who prioritize control and precision in their game. Engineered with advanced materials and technologies, such as the Namd graphite construction and Lock Booster System, the VCore Pro delivers exceptional spin potential, stability, and responsiveness. Its sleek design and player-centric features make it a preferred choice for those seeking a professional-level racket to elevate their performance on the tennis court.

YONEX VCORE PRO 100L by YONEX SOUTH AFRICA
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YONEX VCORE TECHNOLOGY

YONEX FEATURED TECHNOLOGY

VCORE 07 - The Art Of Spin

The seventh generation VCORE is a masterpiece of technology and craft. The evolution of this iconic racquet combines undeniably precise spin and remarkable control, creating a true work of art. New technology and structure combine with innovation to increase string snapback and movement, giving players access to the most spin in Yonex tennis history. Yes, it has even more RPMs than the previous model*, producing trajectories your opponent has never seen before

YONEX VCORE 07th GEN by YONEX SOUTH AFRICA
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YONEX EZONE TECHNOLOGY

YONEX FEATURED TECHNOLOGY

EZONE 07 - The Easy One

The Yonex EZONE 07 is a high-performance tennis racket designed to provide players with a perfect blend of power, control, and comfort. Its innovative technology, including the Isometric head shape and Micro Offset Layout, enhances the sweet spot for improved accuracy and power on shots. The racket’s responsive feel and balanced weight distribution make it suitable for a wide range of players seeking a versatile and dynamic playing experience on the court.

YONEX EZONE 07 100 (7) by YONEX SOUTH AFRICA
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Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Tan Pearly smash GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title with the fastest badminton hits

Soka, Saitama JAPAN – Yonex is proud to announce that Yonex badminton athletes, Satwiksairaj Rankireddy (IND) and Tan Pearly (MAS), have set new GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title for the fastest male and female badminton hits. Since the previous GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS title for the fastest badminton hit was recorded in May 2013 , this means that Rankireddy broke the record for the first time in more than a decade.

Rankireddy’s smash surpassed the previous GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS title of 493 km/h (about 306 mph) by 72 km/h (about 45 mph), establishing an astonishing new record for the fastest male badminton hit at 565 km/h (about 351 mph). Tan also set a new record for the fastest female badminton hit with a remarkable speed of 438 km/h (about 272 mph). With this, Tan became the first female GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title holder in the category.

These records show that badminton is significantly faster than other ball sports and even Formula One when compared with other fastest speed records in the GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title (Reference 1). 

Rankireddy and Tan’s world record attempts were achieved on April 14, 2023, and were verified by official judges from the Guinness World Records™ based on the speed measurement results from that day.

Record details:

– Location: Yonex Co., Ltd. Tokyo Factory gymnasium

– Challenging athletes: Satwiksairaj Rankireddy (IND), Tan Pearly(MAS)

– Racquet: NANOFLARE 1000 Z

– String: BG80 (Satwiksairaj Rankireddy), EXBOLT 63 (Pearly Tan)

– Shuttlecock: TOURNAMENT

– Measurement method: The moments of impact in the actual smash was captured using a high-speed camera. The instant velocity of the shuttlecock after the impact was then calculated from the photographic recording.

– Calculation method: The movement distance and the elapsed time of the shuttlecock were calculated between two coordinates.

  – Instant velocity was calculated based on distance, time, and speed measurements.

  – The changes in the flying speed of the shuttlecock were visualized using a graph.

1. The new record holders

 Satwiksairaj Rankireddy (IND)

Born: August 13, 2000 (age 22)

Height: 184 cm (6 ft 0 in) / right-handed

Highest world ranking: 3 (June 20, 2023)

Main achievements:

2023 Asia Championships Doubles Champion

2022 French Open Doubles Champion

Tan Pearly (MAS)

Born: March 14, 2000 (age 23)

Height: 164 cm (5 ft 5 in) / right-handed

Highest world ranking: 5 (January 31, 2023)

Main achievements:

2022 French Open Doubles Champion

2021 Swiss Open Doubles Champion

2. Approved record in The GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title

The fastest badminton hit (male) is 565 km/h (351.07 mph) and was achieved by Satwiksairaj Rankireddy (India) at a gymnasium at Yonex Co., Ltd. Tokyo Factory in Soka, Saitama, Japan, on 14 April 2023.

The fastest badminton hit (female) is 438 km/h (272.16 mph) and was achieved by Tan Pearly (Malaysia) at a gymnasium at Yonex Co., Ltd. Tokyo Factory in Soka, Saitama, Japan, on 14 April 2023.

3. Comparison to other speed GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title

Comparison: Fastest speeds of various sports in the GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title

Details of the record-breaking Racquet

CONTENT FROM YONEX.COM

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A year of firsts at the YONEX All England 2023

BIRMINGHAM, England– The YONEX All England Open Badminton Championships 2023 came to an exciting conclusion on Sunday, March the 19th as the world’s best badminton players battled it out in the finals. With a sold-out stadium, the energy could not have been higher. 

 

To start off the day, women’s doubles finalistsKim So YeongandKong Hee Yong (KOR)came in to dominate after a hard-fought win in the semi-finals against world No. 3 andZhang Shu XianandZheng Yu(CHN). The pair competed against fellow compatriotsLee So HeeandBaek Ha Na (KOR)and emerged victorious after a swift two game match. Final score, 21-5, 21-12.

 

Mixed doubles followed soon after in a riveting three game match between world No.1Zheng Si WeiandHuang Ya Qiong (CHN)andSeo Seung JaeandChae Yu Jung (KOR). The pairs battled for the title, but Zheng and Huang would not be deterred from a third YONEX All England title. Final score, 21-16, 16-21, 21-12

 

The women’s singles final was a battle betweenAn Se Young (KOR)andChen Yu Fei (CHN). The three-game match was electric while these two powerhouses vied for the title. In the end An Se Young’s drive for her very first All England title held strong as she claimed the match and became an All England champion. 17-21,21-10, 19-21.

 

The men’s doubles final saw Indonesia’sFajar AlfianandMuhammad Rian Ardianto (INA)take on Mohammad Ahsan and Hendra Setiawan (INA) in an energetic two game match that had fans chanting along. The match came to a close with 21-17, 21-14.

 

In the men’s singles final,Li Shi Feng (CHN)faced off against compatriotShi Yu Qi (CHN). After a hard-fought first game Li Shi Feng finished strong and claimed his first ever All England title in a two-game match. Final score, 26-24, 21-5.

 

The YONEX All England is one of the oldest and most prestigious tournaments in badminton and has been the stage for many memorable moments for passionate fans and players around the world. This year, Yonex is celebrating 40 special years in partnership with the tournament. Yonex is a proud sponsor and supporter of the tournament since 1984, providing high quality shuttlecocks, court mats and the skills of our talented Yonex Stringing Team.

 

PLAYER EQUIPMENT:

Kim So Yeong | ASTROX 88 D, 66 ULTIMAX, ECLIPSION Z

Kong Hee Yong | ASTROX 88 D, AEROBITE, ECLIPSION Z

Baek Ha Na | ASTROX 88 S, AEROBITE, AERUS Z

Lee So Hee | NANOFLARE 700, AEROBITE, ECLIPSION Z

Zheng Si Wei | ARCSABER 11, AEROBITE, POWER CUSHION 65 Z

Huang Ya Qiong | ASTROX 77, EXBOLT 63, POWER CUSHION 65 Z

Seo Seung Jae | NANOFLARE 700, BG80, POWER CUSHION 65 Z

Chae Yu Jung | NANOFLARE 700, BG80, AERUS Z

Chen Yu Fei | ASTROX 77, EXBOLT 63, POWER CUSHION 65 Z

An Se Young | ASTROX 77, BG80, AERUS Z

Fajar Alfian | ASTROX 77, BG80, POWER CUSHION 65 Z

Rian Ardianto | ASTROX 88 D, AEROBITE BOOST, POWER CUSHION 65 Z

Li Shi Feng | ASTROX 100, 66 ULTIMAX, COMFORT Z

Shi Yu Qi | ASTROX 100, BG80 POWER

CONTENT FROM YONEX.COM

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Team Yonex overwhelms at the 2023 YONEX Sunrise India Open

NEW DELHI, India– The YONEX Sunrise India Open 2023 came to a close on Sunday, January 22nd. The recently elevated event moved from a level 500 series to a major 750 series where Team Yonex managed to overwhelm the finals. The tournament ended with some impressive upsets. 

Amongst the Team Yonex line-up, one victory in particular, took fans by surprise. Thailand’s men’s singles,Kunlavut Vitidsarn (THA), who came up short againstViktor Axelsen (DEN)at the 2022 World Championships, managed to best men’s singles world No. 1 for the the first time in his career. 22-20, 10-21, 21-12.

In women’s singles, after multiple back-to-back wins, World Tour Finals 2022 championAkane Yamaguchi (JPN)fell toAn Se Young (KOR)in three games. An Se Young who came second to Yamaguchi at the World Tour Super 1000 Malaysia Open 2023 was determined to take the spotlight. 15-21, 21-16, 21-12.

Men’s doublesWang ChangandLiang Wei Keng (CHN)were prepared to show the world they are not to be discounted. After a win at the Japan Open 2022 and placing silver at the Malaysia Open 2023, they were determined to remain on the forefront, defeating World Championships 2022 championsAaron ChiaandSoh Wooi Yik (MAS)in three games. 14-21, 21-19, 21-18.

Yonex is a proud supporter of the world’s best athletes and actively provides the expertise of the Yonex Stringing Team, as well as premium on-court equipment such as court mats, net poles, and shuttlecocks.

PLAYER EQUIPMENT:

Viktor Axelsen | ASTROX 100, BG80, POWER CUSHION 65 Z

Kunlavut Vitidsarn | ASTROX 88 D, BG80, POWER CUSHION 65 Z

Akane Yamaguchi | ASTROX 100, EXBOLT 63, POWER CUSHION 65 Z

An Se Young | ASTROX 77, BG80, AERUS Z

Liang Wei Keng | ASTROX 100, BG80, POWER CUSHION 65 Z

Wang Chang | ASTROX 88 S, BG80, POWER CUSHION COMFORT Z

Aaron Chia | ARCSABER 11, EXBOLT 65, POWER CUSHION 65 Z

Soh Wooi Yik | ASTROX 88 D, BG65 TITANIUM, POWER CUSHION INFINITY

Arisa Higashino | NANOFLARE 700, EXBOLT 63, POWER CUSHION 65 Z

Huang Dong Ping | ARCSABER 7, BG80, POWER CUSHION 65

Wang Yi Lyu | ASTROX 88 D, BG80, POWER CUSHION 65

Nami Matsuyama | NANOFLARE 700, NANOGY 95, POWER CUSHION 65

Chiharu Shida | NANOFLARE 800, NANOGY 98, POWER CUSHION 65

Chen Qing Chen | ASTROX 100, AEROBITE, POWER CUSHION 65 Z

Jia Yi Fan | NANOFLARE 800, BG80, POWER CUSHION 65 Z

CONTENT FROM YONEX.COM

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Australian Open 2025: New Yonex Members Capture Dream Trophies in Magical Finish at Melbourne Park

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – The first Grand Slam of 2025 will be one to remember for fans – and the extended Yonex family. Madison Keys‘ (USA) Australian Open triumph came 10 years after she reached her first major semifinal and highlighted a series of dramatic finishes across Melbourne Park.  

Keys Opens the Door to Her Dreams… with a Yonex Racquet

Who could have predicted such a stunning conclusion to this beautiful story at the outset of the Australian Open? Keys, now 29 years old and ranked 14th in the world, entered the tournament as the 19th seed.


Her resurgence was evident during her impressive title run at the Adelaide International, where she showcased the results of her hard work in the off-season, including adjustments to her equipment and overall game.

Having turned pro at 14 and being hailed as a “child prodigy,” Keys had long pursued the major dream of any tennis star: a Grand Slam singles title. The decision to revisit her equipment came on the advice of her husband, Bjorn Fratangelo, whom she married in November last year.

“I kind of fell in love pretty quickly. I definitely think that I have a level of trust in things more with this racquet.”

“I think one of the big things is, especially on the days where I’m not really feeling [the ball], I felt like I have the ability to manipulate things with my racquet and my hands and have more safety. I was struggling with that before.”

Her ability to perform at a high level consistently was evident in her results. Her winning streak, which began in Adelaide, extended to 12 matches in Melbourne. She defeated 2022 finalist Elena Rybakina (KAZ) in the fourth round and World No. 2 Iga Swiatek in a thrilling semifinal —while also scoring a win over Elina Svitolina in between.

Then she clinched her first Grand Slam title, defeating two-time reigning champion Aryna Sabalenka 6-3, 2-6, 7-5 in the final.

The winning shot for the title was a calm, precisely placed inside-out forehand winner. It was a long-awaited triumph, achieved through years of hard work and the power and control gained with her new racquet.

Talking about her EZONE racquet, Keys said:


“So, I’ve been using the EZONE 98 and I absolutely love it. I feel like I have more easy power, but I also have been able to control the ball.

I feel like, especially when playing someone who hits really big, I’ve been able to absorb the ball a little bit more.

I feel like it’s just really helped me elevate my game so that I can be a little bit more aggressive, but also have the control that I need to feel comfort to keep going for all my shots. ”

Men’s Singles: Ben Shelton Reaches Career Second Grand Slam Semifinal

In men’s singles, Ben Shelton (USA) reached the semifinals for the first time at the Australian Open, marking another milestone in his rapidly rising career. He tied the tournament’s fastest serve speed at 232 km/h (144.2 mph) and thrilled fans with his dynamic and powerful game.

Shelton’s impressive run came to an end against eventual champion Jannik Sinner. At just 22 years old, Shelton has already reached two Grand Slam semifinals, highlighting his immense potential and bright future in the sport.

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Wimbledon 2023: De Groot closes in on 11th Grand Slam in a row

London, ENGLAND – The phenomenal Diede de Groot (NED) is just two matches away from making more history on the Wimbledon grass, with Team Yonex’s women’s wheelchair star attempting to win an 11th consecutive Grand Slam. 

With her 6-3, 6-3 victory over South Africa’s Kgothatso Montjane, the Dutchwoman reached the semi-finals and also extended her winning streak to 109 matches, the second-longest undefeated run in the sport’s history.

In 2021 and 2022, the Yonex ambassador became the first player in any discipline to win all four Grand Slams in a season two years in a row, and she has already added this season’s Australian Open and Roland-Garros titles. Winning the Wimbledon title again would put her three quarters of the way to accomplishing that feat for a third season in succession, which would enhance her status as one of the sport’s most iconic figures. 

Other big numbers could flow from De Groot’s Yonex racquet – she is trying to win Wimbledon for a fifth time, which would give her a 19th Grand Slam singles title. 

Oda searching for more happiness in London 

After the happiest day of Tokito Oda‘s (JPN) life in Paris – where winning the Roland-Garros title made the 17-year-old the youngest Grand Slam champion in history, as well as the younger ever World No. 1 – he is looking for more joy in London. 

Oda opened with a 7-5, 6-4 victory over fellow Japanese Takuya Miki which took him the semi-finals. He is trying to become the third man to win the Roland-Garros and Wimbledon wheelchair men’s singles titles in the same season. 

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