“The Black Crown Hurricane 2 2023 is a solid mid-tier power racket built around an EVA foam core that delivers predictable punch without the harsh feedback of harder rubbers.”
74/100
PRR Score
Round
Shape
eva-foam
Core
Even
Balance
Performance
Every metric, scored out of 100.
Power
High78
Control
Good68
Maneuverability
High70
Sweet Spot
High72
Comfort
High71
Value
High76
PRR Score
74PRR Score
Inside the frame
What's inside
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Coreeva-foam
Foam core determines feel and vibration damping.
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ShapeRound
Head shape affects sweet spot size and balance.
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BalanceEven-balance
Balance point determines power vs. control trade-off.
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LevelAdvanced
Target player level for this racket.
Our verdict
The Black Crown Hurricane 2 2023 is a solid mid-tier power racket built around an EVA foam core that delivers predictable punch without the harsh feedback of harder rubbers. Its round shape and even balance make it more forgiving than a typical power-oriented diamond frame, sitting in a comfortable middle ground that suits intermediate-to-advanced players who want pop without sacrificing too much control. At its price point it represents fair value for club-level players stepping up their game, though it lacks the premium feel and refinement of top-tier offerings from Head, Babolat, or Bullpadel.