What Size Tennis Grip Do I Need?

Not sure what size tennis grip you need? Here’s a quick guide to help you choose the right grip size for your racket.

Tennis Grip Sizes

If you have too small of a grip, you will find it difficult to control your strokes. If you have too large of a grip, you will find it difficult to generate power. So, what size tennis grip do you need? It depends on a few factors. Let’s dive in and find out.

Standard Grip Size

The standard grip size for adult male players is 4 1/8 inches. For adult female players, the standard grip size is 3 5/8 inches. In general, a player’s grip size should be about 1/8 to 1/4 inch larger than their palm measurement. If you are using an overgrip, you may want to add another 1/16 to 1/8 inch to your grip size.

Junior Grip Size

The grip is the platform where your hand sits on the racquet. Its size will have an effect on power, control and comfort. While there are a few variables that can influence the size of grip you need, age is the most important one.

Junior Grip Size
For children aged 9 and under, we recommend a grip size of 18 or smaller. In terms of actual measures, this is a circumference of 4 inches or less. The smaller grip will make it easier for them to swing the racquet and hit the ball.

Once they are older than 9 or their hand outgrows this size, they will need to move up to an adult grip.

Small Grip Size

Smaller grip sizes are typically used by players with smaller hands, or players who prefer a more compact grip. Smaller grips create less torque on the racquet when hitting the ball, resulting in more control. They also tend to offer more feel than larger grips.

Grip sizes for small hands typically range from 4 1/8” to 4 3/8”. If you have small hands, or if you prefer a more compact grip, these may be the size for you.

How to Measure Your Tennis Grip Size

You can measure your tennis grip size by wrapping a measuring tape around your hand at the base of your fingers. The measurement should be taken from the middle of your palm to the end of your middle finger. If you don’t have a measuring tape, you can use a string or a piece of paper. Once you have your measurement, you can find the corresponding tennis grip size by consulting a grip size chart.

Wrap a measuring tape around the handle of your tennis racket

To find your grip size, take a measuring tape and wrap it around the handle of your tennis racket. The number where the tape meets itself is your grip size. If you don’t have a measuring tape, you can use a string or a piece of paper. Once you have your measurement, match it up with the corresponding grip size below.

If your racket has an overgrip (the layer of sticky tape on top of the grip that helps with absorbency and provides extra cushioning), make sure to measure the racket without the overgrip.

Grip sizes:
4” – Extra small (XS)
4 1/8” – Small (S)
4 1/4” – Medium (M)
4 3/8” – Large (L)
4 1/2” – Extra large (XL)

Measure from the bevel where the strings intersect to the top of the rubber grip

To get an accurate grip size measurement, you need to hold the racket in your hand in the way you would normally grip it for playing. For example, if you normally play with an Eastern or Continental grip, then you would hold the racket in that way to measure the grip size. If you are not sure which grip style you use, see our How to Hold a Tennis Racket page for instructions and photos showing the different grips.

Extend your arm out straight and measure from the bevel where thestrings intersect at the bottom of the handle up to the top of therubber grip. The number of inches (or centimeters) is your tennisgrip size. If this is your first time measuring your grip size, it is agood idea to have someone else do it for you to make sure the tapeis positioned correctly and that you are not inadvertentlymeasuring too small or too large.

Grip Size Chart

Choosing the right grip size for your tennis racket can be the difference between winning and losing. A grip that is too small will cause you to lose control of your shots, while a grip that is too large will make it difficult to generate power. The best way to find the perfect grip size for you is to use a grip size chart.

Standard Grip Size Chart

There is no one perfect grip size for every tennis player, as everyone has different sized hands. However, there are general guidelines that can help you determine what size grip you should use. The size of your grip will also affect how you hold the racket, so it’s important to experiment with different sizes to find what feels comfortable for you.

The most important factor in choosing a grip size is hand size. To measure hand size, simply wrap a tape measure around your palm at its widest point, not including the thumb. If your hand measurement is 4 inches (10 cm), then you would use a 4 inch (10 cm) grip. If your hand measurement is 4.5 inches (11 cm), then you should round up to the next biggest grip size, which would be a 5 inch (13 cm) grip.

Once you have your hand size, you can use the chart below to determine which grip size is right for you based on your age and playing level. This chart is only a guide; ultimately, it’s up to you to decide which grip size feels comfortable for you.

AGE GRIP SIZE PLAYING LEVEL
4-8 years old 3 inches beginners
8-12 years old 3 1/2 inches beginners
12 years and older 4 inches all levels

Junior Grip Size Chart

Below is a grip size chart for juniors. It’s important to note that these are general guidelines and that each child’s individual hand size will play a role in what grip size they need. Also, keep in mind that children grow quickly, so parents should check their child’s grip size periodically to ensure they are using the proper size.

Grip Size Hand Width (in inches)
2 1-1/8
3 1-1/4
4 1-3/8
5 1-1/2

Small Grip Size Chart

This grip size chart will help you determine what size tennis grip you need. The grip sizes listed below are based on racket manufacturers’ recommendations. If you are unsure of what size to get, it is always best to go with the smaller size.

-4 1/8″: This is the smallest grip size and is recommended for children ages 4 and under.
-4 3/8″: This grip size is recommended for children ages 5-8.
-4 1/2″: This is the most popular grip size and is recommended for children ages 9-11 and adults with small hands.
-4 5/8″: This grip size is recommended for adults with medium-sized hands.
-4 3/4″: This is the largest grip size and is recommended for adults with large hands.