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Across All Courts highlights the stories of athletes worldwide who use Solinco equipment to play their best tennis—pushing for peak performance while prioritizing competition, health, and the ultimate enjoyment of the game.

Thank you to Luke Mayes, tennis player in the UK for sharing his Hyper-G Soft story.
To be featured in this series, send us an email with your Solinco story to media@solincosports.com.

Luke Mayes on Hyper-G Soft

Player: Luke Mayes

City: Essex, UK

Court: David Lloyd Basildon, Essex

The String That Changed Everything ?

“If you’ve been following my journey, you’ll know how much I’ve struggled with injuries. Years ago, I had wrist surgery to trim cartilage, but they found ligament damage that needed more surgery down the line. Since then, I’ve been playing through pain—pushing limits I didn’t think I could handle. On top of that, I developed tennis and golfer’s elbow, which left me questioning if I’d ever play pain-free again.

I tried everything: different rackets, strings, recovery tools, you name it. I tested strings from all the big names—Babolat, Yonex, Luxilon, Head, Tecnifibre. Some were decent, but none solved my pain without compromise. It felt like a dead end.

Then I kept hearing about Solinco Hyper-G Soft. I hesitated at first—switching from multifilament to full co-polyester isn’t usually easy on the arm. But I went for the 17-gauge to reduce the risk, strung at 48 lbs, and honestly, what happened next was nothing short of a miracle.

From the very first hit, it felt… soothing. Yes, soothing. The string bed felt soft yet responsive, and it didn’t irritate my wrist or elbows one bit. Two weeks of playing later, I couldn’t believe it—I was pain-free. For the first time in years, I could play without hesitation, without worrying about my body holding me back.

Not only has this string let me enjoy the game I love again, but it’s also helped me perform better on court. It’s lively, and I get an amazing feel on my string bed with every ball I strike. The spin potential is incredible and gives me the confidence to hit out fully, knowing I can trust the string to keep the ball in play. It’s not just about comfort; it’s about the total package of feel, spin, and control that elevates my game.

And I’m not the only one. I gifted a set to a friend who’s had similar struggles. Now, every time I ask him how it feels, he says: “Luke, I’m pain-free and feel like I could play all day long.”

This string is sensational, and I can’t recommend it enough for anyone battling arm issues or looking for that perfect mix of comfort and performance.

Thank you, Solinco, for helping me rediscover the game I love—pain-free. ?”