Babolat Air Origin vs Siux Electra ST5 Pro Shadow Red 2026 Franco Stupaczuk
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Siux Electra ST5 Pro Shadow Red 2026 Franco Stupaczuk wins by 15 points
Siux Electra ST5 Pro Shadow Red 2026 Franco Stupaczuk scores 91/100 against 76/100 for the Babolat Air Origin. Its biggest edge is power (+28). The Babolat Air Origin answers back on sweet spot (+14). On price, the Babolat Air Origin is currently €89 cheaper.
“The Babolat Air Origin is a lightweight, forgiving entry-level racket built around an even balance and EVA foam core that prioritizes comfort and easy handling over outright punch. Its round shape and neutral balance make it genuinely maneuverable at the net and kind to players still developing technique, reducing arm fatigue across long sessions. However, at its price point it faces stiff competition from brands offering more foam density and better build quality, making it a safe but unremarkable choice for true beginners who trust the Babolat name.”
“Franco Stupaczuk's Shadow Red ST5 is built to attack: power 90 with control 78 is a proper first-strike profile, and the confirmed even balance at 365 g explains why it feels quicker between shots than its hitting power implies. Blocks and counters stay manageable, then the same frame turns a short lob into a finished point. The firm side is unavoidable: comfort 67 and tolerance 66 mean mishits are felt and punished. Beyond balance and weight, full spec for this colourway is unconfirmed, so try before you buy. For aggressive all-court players it is a convincing signature frame.”
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