Cross tie off knot is touching the bottom cross.
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Irvin
Talk Tennis Guru
It is ok but I would try to tie off on an anchor string a little farther away.
VacationTennis
Semi-Pro
On some rackets it's just the best option, and since it's on the bottom it shouldn't be a high stress point. Depends on string setup but usually crosses will break in the middle to upper hoop.
Shouldn't be a big deal. Racquet manufacturers (Wilson and babolat in particular in my experience) don't always think about the stringing very much, and can make for some tight spots for the obvious tie-off. Avoid it if you can by using a different tie-off or a smaller knot, but it's not too concerning if you aren't able to avoid it.
stapletonj
Hall of Fame
Babolat is famous for this.
VacationTennis
Semi-Pro
To avoid this you would usually have to enlarge another hole, which I try to avoid if I can to not compromise the string that's already in there. And then a lot of the time that hole has a sharp bend on the grommet and is not contoured, so the string is now going around a harsh corner. To me those 2 things aren't worth it. Of course if you plan ahead you can avoid it sometimes.
That's why I love Head rackets – they actually design the racket and graphics with the stringing in mind.
That's why I love Head rackets – they actually design the racket and graphics with the stringing in mind.
SupahMan5000
Hall of Fame
more so the older GT and Cortex versions
LocNetMonster
Professional
Not a problem.
Highly doubt it. You need the perfect storm to make that happen: A sharp triangle-shaped string (FireWire or Big Spin), a frame like the Pure Drive, and a well-struck shank or two. You will be fine.
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