Wilson’s 2025 Clash series update is here! The Clash 100 v3 takes the series to new heights with its flexibility and stability. It’s got a fresh look and new internals that make it a real standout. The racket stays true to its roots with a powerful 100-square-inch hoop, a 10.4-ounce unstrung weight (295 grams), and a balanced head. The flex of the frame is super low (54), making it super comfortable and soft. The swing weight is just under 310 points strung, so it’s fast and easy to handle. Our testers had a blast with it, especially the fun factor. They could hit the ball hard and easily, and it was a great choice for all skill levels. While it might not be the most stable for some, it’s still a great racket that offers a lot of comfort and power.
Breakdown
Groundstrokes
The Clash 100 v3 was a breeze for our testers during baseline exchanges. The power was easy to manage, and the racket felt smooth, allowing for full swings without any discomfort. Louisa found it super user-friendly, with great spin potential. She said, “I’ve tested all three Clash 100 generations, and I loved the first one. Like the others, the v3 has a unique feel that’s different from any racket I’ve tried. It’s just a fun racket to play with. I loved practising with the Clash v3 because I could get into a good rhythm on long cross-court groundstroke rallies. While the Clash 100 v3 was manoeuvrable and had high spin, when I started playing points, I couldn’t put away my shots as easily. They were sitting up a bit and didn’t feel as heavy. I started using placement and spin to hurt my opponents and win points, but my slices were still sitting up a bit too.
Lauren had a blast with the current Clash. She said, “If I ever need a reminder that tennis is fun, I should pick up a Wilson Clash! Not to sound cheesy, but this Clash 100 v3 is just a blast to play with. I quickly fell into a rhythm when rallying from the baseline. I had my best results with this racket when I relaxed my swings and didn’t try to force things. Even though this racket was fun, I did have some struggles. I was ahead of the ball sometimes if I went for too much when I was playing points, and other times I missed long if I tried to hit a flatter put-away ball. For best results, I needed to slow down and remember to add topspin.”
David had a blast playing with the Clash 100 v3. He said it was one of the most enjoyable playtests he’s ever had. The racket feels great to hit with, and it has a lot of pop, so it’s perfect for those who want to add some extra speed to their game. He also loved the feel on his forehand, which is usually a big deal for him when trying out a new racket. If it works with his natural forehand motion, he’s all set. And guess what? The Clash 100 v3 did just that! He could confidently swing into his shots without any worries. He also really liked the feel on his backhand. It felt like he had plenty of power, so he could hit one-handers with ease. He could slice effectively on either wing, but he could use a bit more depth on most slices, so he had to push through the ball a bit more. Overall, this racket was a bit more power-oriented than previous Clashes he’s tried, but it had better directional control. The ability of this frame to redirect pace is amazing, and he really liked how stable it felt when he was under pressure.
Paul also liked the “return to form” this racket seemed to have compared to its predecessor. He said, “From the baseline, I think this new Clash has a bit of that Clash magic from the original model. There are shots I would hit thinking they were going way long, but somehow they would land in. It’s a very whippy racket that gave me great access to spin. For me, the feel kind of sits between the first and second Clash models. When it came to point play, I did struggle a bit to win easy points or push my opponents back with this racket.”
"Despite its relatively low weight, it manages to deliver great power without sacrificing control."
-Niels
Niels had a blast hitting groundstrokes with the Clash 100 v3 after he adjusted his depth. He said, “The racket is super easy to manoeuvre. Its lightweight and balanced head make it great for spinning the ball. What really impressed me was how it combines power and manoeuvrability. At first, I had a hard time finding the right depth and contact point, but after a few hours, things got easier.”
Volleys
When the ball came to the net, the Clash 100 v3 was a breeze to use. It was a bit wobbly against the heaviest shots, but it had enough speed and spin to make up for it. Niels loved volleying with it. He said, “Because the racket is so easy to move, I felt really connected when I played close to the net.”
Louisa also liked the feel of the Clash 100 v3 at the net. “It reminded me of the softer feel of the original Clash,” said Louisa. “I’m not the best volleyer, so I relied on the comfort of this racket when I missed the sweet spot and also on its quickness.”
Lauren loved the Clash 100 v3’s quick handling at the net, but she had some trouble with its lack of stability and mass. She said, “On the one hand, it was easy to hold and felt great when I was doing reflex volleys. But on the other hand, I had to grip it tighter just before I hit the ball to stop it from twisting in my hands. It was hard to close out points at the net.”
David also had a great time with the Clash 100 v3 on volleys. He said, “The Clash 100 volleyed really well, and I used it to finish most of my points. I would have liked it to be a bit more stable and have more control, but the way it felt when I hit the ball was really nice.
The feel was good, not the best I’ve had from a Wilson frame, but it was still pretty good. It doesn’t feel like this racket is trying to be anything it’s not, which is always a good thing. My volleys were a mix of deep and short, and they didn’t have much power behind them. They usually died out before my opponents could get them back.
David loved the Clash 100 v3’s stability against strong hitters and how it handled touch shots.
Paul enjoyed the volleying experience, especially with the Clash 100 v3’s speedy handling. However, he wished it had more mass. He liked how fast and manoeuvrable it was at the net, but it got pushed around when he had to volley against big shots from the baseline. The torsional stability could be better. If he keeps using it, he might add a touch of tungsten tape at 3 and 9 o’clock.
The team wanted more plough through when starting points, even though the Clash 100 v3 popped easily on other strokes. Lauren could generate pace with ease when starting points off serve, but her second serve felt easily attackable. She said, “I could easily generate pace when starting points off serve, and my serves landed deep in the service box. While I didn’t feel like I was getting any extra free points, I was able to start off points effectively and in a good position. While I could consistently hit second serves (and limit double faults), I definitely felt that my opponents could step up and attack them.”
Louisa appreciated the easy handling, but she also wanted more mass overall. She initially struggled with serves with the Clash 100 v3 because it swung so easily over her head. It took her one practice serving session to find her rhythm. In the end, she wished for a little more weight to get the ball to penetrate through the court better.
Paul noticed a drop in pop for his serves. He said, “I don’t think I was serving the biggest with the Clash 100 v3. It just didn’t have enough mass behind the ball to get a ton of pop. However, I did like the access to spin, and I was serving at a high percentage with it.”
Paul found the power access good, but the racket’s manoeuvrability was better. He had to use more force to get a deep, heavy serve.
David liked the spin more than the power. His serves usually hit the back fence after one bounce, but the ball died sooner this time. He said, “On serve, I felt like I had to ask more of this racket. The overall weight left me wanting more mass for some free power, so I had to rely more on spin to be successful. Control was decent, but I would’ve liked a bit more precision to make serving an effective experience. Placement was okay, and I didn’t feel like I could trust all of my shots 100 percent of the time. On second serves, this Clash 100 v3 was decent, but again, my serves lacked the depth I wanted. Ultimately, I wanted more predictability because I’ve become more accustomed to getting a better return on my serves.”
Niels seemed to find more success on his serve. He said, “I felt right at home on serve. The Clash 100 v3 totally fit my game. I loved how easy it was to generate power and kick, and I have to say that the hidden power is one of the things I liked the most.”
Returns
On returns, the Clash 100 v3 gave our team a lot of options and good stability, even though it was a bit lighter overall. This racket set Niels up for success in any situation. He said, “I found the Clash 100 v3 to be very versatile on returns. Its manoeuvrability allowed me to react quickly and adapt to different game situations, whether I was attacking or defending.”
David had a blast returning the ball more than serving. He said, “My returns with this Clash 100 v3 were way better than my serves. The power and speed allowed me to hit hard drives from the start of the point. I didn’t feel as confident picking aggressive spots, but the racket’s power made it easy to hit a side of the court and smash it through. I really liked returning with this racket, especially on the backhand side. I never felt rushed to prepare, even against tough servers. It felt super solid at impact, and I loved being aggressive with my returns.
Lauren wasn’t sure if she liked returning or serving more. She said, “I had similar results with returning serves as I did groundstrokes. I ended up not knowing if I liked to serve or return more. Sometimes I’d hit a clean shot with enough power to hit a deep, offensive return of a first serve and win a quick point. But for most of the play-test, I took a more cautious approach and aimed for bigger targets to stay neutral.
“On a positive note, the Clash 100 v3 was easy to move around with, and I was never late for a return.”
-Lauren
Louisa loved returning more than serving. She said, “Returning with the Clash 100 v3 felt more natural to me. Like groundstrokes, there was plenty of net clearance, which made it easier to hit effective returns.”
Paul just wanted more power at contact. He said, “This Clash 100 v3 got pushed around against first serves or bigger second serves. It’s all about physics, and there wasn’t enough power at times. This racket was great at attacking slower serves, which allowed me to tee off on the ball. The spin and fast acceleration helped me be aggressive on my returns.”