The Tecnifibre Tempo is a women's-focused tennis racquet line built for fast swing speed, controlled power, and elegant feel. Featuring Iga Świątek's signature line, the Tempo delivers performance-level engineering in lightweight frames designed for the modern women's game. Sturdy Racquets stocks the full adult Tempo range with Australia-wide delivery.
What is the Tecnifibre Tempo?
Launched as Tecnifibre's modern women's-focused performance line, the Tempo is engineered specifically for the swing speeds, frame preferences, and playing characteristics typical of women's tennis. Made famous as Iga Świątek's racquet through her ascent to world #1, the Tempo combines a lightweight frame (typically 265–298g) with Tecnifibre's signature dampened response and arm-friendly construction.
Tecnifibre Tempo line-up
The Tempo 285 is the players' Tempo for advanced women — Iga's frame at 285g with a 98 sq in head and 16x19 pattern. The Tempo 270 drops weight for faster swings while keeping the same head size. The Tempo 265 opens the line to developing players or those wanting maximum manoeuvrability. All Tempo adult frames are sold unstrung so players can choose their preferred string and tension.
Where Tempo fits in the Tecnifibre range
The Tempo is the women's-leaning option in our Tecnifibre tennis equipment collection. For unisex players' frames, see the Tecnifibre TFight series. For pure control players, see the Tecnifibre TF40. Pair your Tempo with Tecnifibre's own X-One Biphase multifilament for maximum comfort, or with a soft poly like Black Code for control. See our multifilament strings range. Browse the women's tennis racquets collection for related options.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Tecnifibre Tempo only for women?
No — the Tempo is engineered for typical women's swing speeds and preferences, but it's an excellent choice for any player who wants a lightweight, comfortable, control-oriented frame. Many men with arm sensitivity, doubles specialists, and seniors also play the Tempo.
What's the difference between Tempo 285, 270, and 265?
Same frame design, different weights. The Tempo 285 is the players' Tempo (Iga's signature) for advanced players. The 270 is more accessible for developing players. The 265 is the lightest, easiest-to-swing option for fast hands or arm-conscious play.
Does Iga Świątek really play the Tempo?
Yes. Iga Świątek has used the Tecnifibre Tempo throughout her career on the WTA tour, including her four Grand Slam titles. Her exact frame has small customisations beyond what's commercially available, but the publicly sold Tempo 285 closely matches her specification.
Is the Tempo good for tennis elbow?
Yes — the Tempo is one of the more arm-friendly players' frames available. Tecnifibre's RS+ vibration absorption combined with the lightweight frame makes it a good choice for women managing arm issues. Pair with a multifilament string for maximum comfort.
Does the Tempo come pre-strung?
Adult Tempo frames (265, 270, 285) are sold unstrung so players can choose their preferred string and tension. Junior Tempo Iga frames (21", 23", 25", 26") come pre-strung — see our junior tennis racquets range.
